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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 1-7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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.

2. Where is Lincoln taken upon his arrival in Washington, D.C.?
(a) Willard's Hotel.
(b) Ford's Theater.
(c) The White House.
(d) The Captiol Building.

3. Who does Lincoln meet at Willard's Hotel and who agrees to be Secretary of State?
(a) William H. Steward.
(b) Walter F. Seward.
(c) William H. Seward.
(d) Walter H. Stewart.

4. What does William Seward harshly critique about Lincoln?
(a) His inaugural address.
(b) His accent.
(c) His beard.
(d) His wardrobe.

5. What is the name of the plan which called for Seward to run the government with Lincoln as a figurehead?
(a) Albany Plany.
(b) Shadow Plan.
(c) Transition Plan.
(d) Schnectady Plan.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who arrives on the train with Lincoln's secretaries?

2. Which of the following does NOT describe Kate Chase's relationship with her father?

3. With whom does John Hay frequently spend time?

4. Who is entertained by Annie Surratt?

5. Chapter 4 sees the arrival of Lincoln's secretaries, John Hay and ________________.

(see the answer key)

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