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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, Chapters 1-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On what day does Part 2, Chapter 1 take place?
(a) Easter Day 1861.
(b) The Fourth of July 1862.
(c) New Year's Day 1861.
(d) Christmas Day 1861.

2. Why has Lincoln arrived in Washington in great secrecy?
(a) He wants to avoid big crowds.
(b) He wants to avoid the media.
(c) There is a plot against his life.
(d) He wants to surprise his family.

3. Who is Mrs. Laury?
(a) Mrs. Lincoln's dressmaker.
(b) Mrs. Lincoln's hair stylist.
(c) Mrs. Lincoln's spiritual medium.
(d) Mrs. Lincoln's social secretary.

4. Which of the following does NOT describe Lincoln's physical presence at this point in the war?
(a) Half-shut left eye.
(b) Sallow.
(c) Robust.
(d) Hand tremor.

5. David Herold is told to watch for Lincoln's movements and _____________________.
(a) A chance to poison his medications.
(b) Dinner guests.
(c) Social schedule.
(d) Travel companions.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Seward think will happen to Lincoln?

2. Who meets with smugglers to discuss how easy it would be to kill Lincoln?

3. Which notable poet seeks a Federal job?

4. Which general replaces General Hooker prior to the battle at Gettysburg?

5. Which of the following does Herndon NOT tell John Hay about Lincoln's days as a young man?

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