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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. 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.

2. What is the name of Seth Gale's young son?
(a) Joshua.
(b) Jonathon.
(c) Jeremy.
(d) Jimmy.

3. What advice does Josh Speed give Lincoln regarding his mental health?
(a) He thinks a good night's sleep will work wonders.
(b) He suggests Lincoln see a doctor.
(c) He suggests a lobotomy.
(d) He prescribes anti-depressants.

4. What is it about the Gale family's plans that seems most important to Lincoln?
(a) The care they have for the nation and the possiblity they will abandon America if slavery spreads.
(b) The success they've achieved with the dry-cleaning business.
(c) Their big dreams for their son's future.
(d) The relationship they've developed with Gobey.

5. In Act 2, Scene 6, Lincoln sits at his desk on the day he is to be married. What day of the year is it?
(a) Thanksgiving Day.
(b) The Fourth of July.
(c) New Year's Day.
(d) Christmas Day.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Jack Armstrong tell Seth Gale about Lincoln while they wait for Lincoln's arrival in Act 2, Scene 7?

2. Where does Seth Gale intend to settle his family?

3. Who does Lincoln blame for all the political strife in the country?

4. Does Lincoln agree, in Act 2, Scene 6, with Josh's suggestion about his mental health?

5. What does Seth Gale's wife want for her sick son, besides the help of a doctor?

(see the answer key)

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