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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is President during the time represented in Act 2, Scene 4?
(a) Harrison Ford.
(b) Winston Churchill.
(c) Martin Van Buren.
(d) Thomas Jefferson.

2. What are three things Lincoln likes about Ann Rutledge?
(a) She's sensible, brave and good-looking.
(b) She's brave, pretty and a political asset.
(c) She's good-looking, sensible and wants a large family.
(d) She's smart, pretty and owns property.

3. How does Lincoln intend to communicate his intentions to Mary Todd?
(a) In an email.
(b) In a telegram.
(c) In person.
(d) In a letter.

4. How old is Abe Lincoln at the time of Act 2, Scene 4 in his Springfield law office?
(a) 72-years-old.
(b) 27-years-old.
(c) 45-years-old.
(d) 31-years-old.

5. How does Lincoln conclude his prayer for the health of Jimmy Gale?
(a) "Grant this boy the breath to live long enough to bury his father."
(b) "Give us all strength, oh God, to do the work that is before us."
(c) "Give us the strength to bear the death of this young boy."
(d) "Grant us the will to fight for the vitality of our nation."

Short Answer Questions

1. What has Lincoln been doing since breaking his engagement to Mary Todd?

2. What does Ann's love do for Lincoln?

3. Why does Bowling Green call Lincoln "an artful dodger" in Act 2, Scene 4?

4. What does Lincoln's companion think of Lincoln's plan for his wedding?

5. How does the weather complement Lincoln's mood when he arrives at the home of the Greens' with news of Ann's death?

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