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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 tells Josh Speed to give his letter for Mary Todd to Herndon to deliver. How does Josh respond?
(a) He rips the letter into tiny pieces and throws them on the floor.
(b) He runs out the door with the letter.
(c) He gives the letter to Herndon.
(d) He throws the letter into the fire in the stove.

2. Who gave the speech that Lincoln's teacher has him read?
(a) Alexander Hamilton.
(b) Daniel Webster.
(c) James Madison.
(d) George Washington.

3. What does Mary Todd tell her brother-in-law when he asks why she has chosen him as a husband?
(a) She responds that Lincoln will provide a life of stability and security.
(b) She believes Lincoln is destined for wealth and fame, which she craves.
(c) She can't give him a simple answer, but his is the life and destiny she wants to share.
(d) She says she loves Lincoln's political ambitions and his resemblance to Lochinvar.

4. How does Lincoln feel after Ann's death?
(a) He is relieved because he had begun to doubt her love.
(b) He feels he should die to be with her again or he will go crazy.
(c) He feels guilty because she got brain sickness and he did not.
(d) He knows her death is for the best, and that he will be able to concentrate better without her.

5. When Lincoln suggests he wants to die in Act 1, Scene 3, how do his friends respond?
(a) They fall to their knees and beg him to reconsider.
(b) They insist he stay and try to get some sleep.
(c) They agree that it might be best if he dies.
(d) They promise to introduce him to other women.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Mary Todd describe her part in the break-up of the engagement to Lincoln?

2. What happens at the end of Act 2, Scene 4 that proves Lincoln's claim that he is a social success?

3. What is the wedding gift Ninian has brought Abe?

4. What is Billy Herndon's flaw?

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

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