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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Appendix 3 Part 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following does not describe the Gettysburg Address?
(a) Universal
(b) Specific
(c) Concise
(d) Timeless

2. What would Lincoln commonly do to his speeches as a reminder?
(a) Use cue cards
(b) Carry an extra copy
(c) Underline words
(d) Require an assistant to memorize it

3. Which of the following is not one of the elements of the speech discussed?
(a) Musical
(b) Grief
(c) Brief
(d) Balanced

4. Daniel Webster was known as a great _______________.
(a) Mathematician
(b) Physician
(c) Orator
(d) Politician

5. How many stanzas appear in Gorgias' work?
(a) 28
(b) 5
(c) 14
(d) 16

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following words were not used by Herndon to describe Lincoln?

2. Everett's style was considered to be ______________.

3. What is another name for human progress?

4. What is the proper name for a student of words?

5. In what city was a signed lithograph of the Gettysburg Address sold?

(see the answer key)

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