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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Lincoln see on the boat from Quincy to Alton that shocks him?
(a) A dozen dancing girls, chained together, forced to entertain passengers.
(b) A woman with 12 children, begging for food.
(c) A dozen negroes, chained together, being shipped South to be sold.
(d) A dozen mules on shore, chained and being flogged.

2. Who does Lincoln blame for all the political strife in the country?
(a) The U.S. Army.
(b) The Abolitionists.
(c) The British.
(d) The Whigs.

3. What is a benefit of being in the state capitol that might entice Lincoln to run for office?
(a) Women will seek him out for marriage.
(b) He will be able to collect extra money by doing favors for friends.
(c) The opportunity to learn from the finest lawyers in the state.
(d) The chance to have suits made that will have sleeves that are long enough for his arms.

4. What happens at the end of Act 2, Scene 4 that proves Lincoln's claim that he is a social success?
(a) Josh Speed introduces Lincoln to his sister.
(b) Nancy Green accepts a job as his social secretary to keep track of his dates.
(c) Mary Todd sends Lincoln a thank-you note for a pleasant evening the previous week.
(d) Ninian Edwards invites Lincoln home for dinner.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who are the main characters in the first scene of the play?

2. In Act 2, Scene 4, why is Billy Herndon disappointed with Lincoln?

3. How does Lincoln feel after Ann's death?

4. Who gave the speech that Lincoln's teacher has him read?

5. When Act 2, Scene 4 opens in Lincoln's Springfield law office, how much time has passed since the death of Ann Rutledge?

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