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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do the red flags mean in the map of states in Lincoln's campaign headquarters?
(a) Red states are experiencing a measles epidemic.
(b) Red states are undecided.
(c) Red states are sure bets for Lincoln.
(d) Red states are Communist.

2. What song does the band play as Lincoln departs?
(a) "Let It Be."
(b) "Happy Days Are Here Again."
(c) "John Brown's Body."
(d) "Ave Maria."

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) The opportunity to learn from the finest lawyers in the state.
(c) He will be able to collect extra money by doing favors for friends.
(d) The chance to have suits made that will have sleeves that are long enough for his arms.

4. How does Mary Todd describe her part in the break-up of the engagement to Lincoln?
(a) She agrees her incessant chatter drove Lincoln crazy.
(b) She knows her lack of confidence in his ability made him sad.
(c) She acknowledges pushing him too hard to fulfill her ambitions.
(d) She admits her love was based on financial greed.

5. Asked how he'll feel if he loses, how does Lincoln predict he will feel?
(a) Crushed beyond belief.
(b) As flustered as a toad in hot water.
(c) Afraid to face Mary.
(d) The greatest sense of relief.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Act 1, Scene 3, in which Ann Rutledge dies, come to an end?

2. Who is President of the United States at the time Edwards visits New Salem to meet Lincoln?

3. Why can't Lincoln bring himself to shoot a deer?

4. What are Lincoln's visitors really looking for in their candidate for President?

5. What is the name of Seth Gale's young son?

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