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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Lincoln's style made him good at writing what documents?

3. The issue of interracial marriage was considered to be what kind of issue?

4. Lincoln was considered to be less a politician and more a _________________.

5. The South instituted laws against what activity?

Short Essay Questions

1. How did Joseph Story fit into the anti-slavery movement?

2. What habit of Lincoln's was worrisome to his family? Why were they worried?

3. Why did Mrs. Lincoln engage in contact with the spirit world? How was this done?

4. How did Edward Everett tie into the revival?

5. Why was the Battle of Gettysburg such an important event?

6. The failure of what document could be considered to be the impetus for the Civil War?

7. How did Lincoln's views on antislavery correspond to those of Theodore Parker?

8. Complete this quote from Lincoln: "I do not perceive," he said, "that because the white man is to have the superior position that the Negro should be denied everything."

9. What was the running joke between Lincoln and Stephen Douglas?

10. Wills states that although Lincoln moved toward a plainer style, it did not mean that his words would become stilted. Explain and also give an example.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There are many opinions regarding Lincoln's speech at the Young Men's Lyceum. Name the various theories, who proposed them, and which historical figures Lincoln is tied to because of the speech.

Essay Topic 2

One of the most common the signs of defiance is the Confederate flag. In modern times, the Confederate flag is often considered to be racist. Compare and contrast the United States flag with the Confederate flag. Where did the makers of each flag get the idea for its design? Do you feel that the Confederate flag should be banned due to its history?

Essay Topic 3

There is a great deal to be said about Everett's classic style as well as Lincoln's economical use of words. While both were effective styles, there were occasions when one was more appropriate than the other. Compare the styles of speech used by the two men. Also list differences and how they affected the overall presentation.

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