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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 8-14.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What office does Kate Chase expect her father to attain in 1864?
(a) Secretary of State.
(b) U.S. President.
(c) Attorney General.
(d) Supreme Court Justice.

3. How can Lincoln's inaugural parade best be characterized?
(a) Frugal.
(b) Celebratory.
(c) Non-existent.
(d) Short.

4. Which of Mrs. Lincoln's projects ultimately brings scandal to the White House?
(a) Redecorating the White House.
(b) Hiring Russian servants.
(c) Entertaining slaves.
(d) Funding the Underground Railroad.

5. What is the plan of the Southern states?
(a) To form agricultural co-ops.
(b) To abolish slavery.
(c) To become more industrial.
(d) To secede from the Union.

Short Answer Questions

1. Part 1, Chapters 1-7 focus on the days between Abraham Lincoln's arrival in Washington, D.C. and ________.

2. What does Lincoln ask John Hay to research?

3. Who is known for drifting off during important discussions?

4. Which of the following is NOT one of Lincoln's sons?

5. What is the name of the plan which called for Seward to run the government with Lincoln as a figurehead?

(see the answer key)

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