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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Some believe that Lincoln wanted to be compared to what great historical figure?
(a) Nero
(b) Michelangelo
(c) Plato
(d) Caesar

2. Because of the oncoming winter, how many bodies would need to be buried every day?
(a) 75
(b) 100
(c) 30
(d) 250

3. What does the author refer to in context with the word "liminal"?
(a) Rainfall
(b) Where opposites meet
(c) Deja vu
(d) Dreaming

4. Who was the commander of the Southern army?
(a) Meade
(b) Jackson
(c) Davis
(d) Lee

5. One of the most popular gathering spots was located in what city?
(a) Boston
(b) Richmond
(c) Philadelphia
(d) Chicago

Short Answer Questions

1. How many people lived in Gettysburg at that time?

2. In classical oration, there are two parts: Epainesis and _______________.

3. What part of the classic speech tells people to live up to the sacrifice of those who died?

4. Regarding speech and poetry, what term is often referred to as the beat?

5. The translation of "Arete" is:

(see the answer key)

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