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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Lincoln and Mary Todd are getting married, yet he seems to be in despair. Why?
(a) He discovers he loves Elizabeth Edwards, not Mary Todd.
(b) Mary Todd has written him a letter, breaking their engagement.
(c) Mary Todd has run off with Billy Herndon.
(d) He wants to break the engagement and leave Mary Todd at the altar.

2. How does Mary Todd respond to Lincoln's proposal at the end of Act 2, Scene 5?
(a) She grabs his hands, looks deeply into his eyes and whispers the word "yes."
(b) She laughs and laughs, then says she'll think it over seriously and get back to him.
(c) First she acts surprised, then meekly agrees with a timid "yes."
(d) She doesn't--the scene ends with the lights fading before he pops the question.

3. At the end of Scene 2, Act 8, what is Lincoln's response to Mary's actions?
(a) He responds awkwardly, embracing her loosely while staring down at the carpet.
(b) He stands stiffly and dreams of moving to Oregon with Seth Gale.
(c) He is as enthusiastic as she is and dances a little jig.
(d) Repulsed by her embrace, he backs away and again changes his mind.

4. What has Mary Todd been doing while Lincoln entertains his guests?
(a) Listening at the door.
(b) Throwing a tantrum.
(c) Making tea.
(d) Hemming a dress.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Nancy Green in Act 1, Scene 3, why can't Lincoln face life without a woman by his side?

2. When Lincoln arrives at the Edwards' home in Act 2, Scene 5, does he sense tension between Mary Todd and her sister?

3. What is it that the visitors to Lincoln's home in Act 3, Scene 10 want to talk about with him?

4. What is the setting of Act 2, Scene 5 and what does it convey about the occupants?

5. Lincoln tells Josh Speed to give his letter for Mary Todd to Herndon to deliver. How does Josh respond?

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