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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In classical oration, there are two parts: Epainesis and _______________.
(a) Paralysis
(b) Mytosis
(c) Symbiosis
(d) Parainesis

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

3. How many days did the Battle of Gettysburg last?
(a) 2
(b) 9
(c) 4
(d) 3

4. Lincoln said that the soldiers "gave their lives that the _____ may live."
(a) Founding Fathers
(b) Memories of Heroes
(c) Nation
(d) Union

5. Lincoln's depression was considered to be a sign of _________________.
(a) Genius
(b) Malnutrition
(c) Allergies
(d) Anger

Short Answer Questions

1. The translation of "Arete" is:

2. One of the most popular gathering spots was located in what city?

3. What country's culture had recently come back into style?

4. Where did Everett teach?

5. What was Lincoln's wife's name?

(see the answer key)

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