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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 15-20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From what state do the first Union troops arrive in Washington?
(a) Maine.
(b) Ohio.
(c) Pennsylvania.
(d) Rhode Island.

2. What does Seward think will happen to Lincoln?
(a) He will have a heart attack.
(b) He will be kidnapped.
(c) He will be assassinated.
(d) He will be impeached.

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

4. How does President Buchanan feel about leaving office?
(a) He is jealous of Lincoln.
(b) He wishes he had more time.
(c) He is angry that he was not re-elected.
(d) He is happy.

5. What is the mood in Washington as Chapter 14 begins?
(a) Riotous.
(b) Boisterous.
(c) Quiet.
(d) At war.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Wikoff publish in the New York Herald?

2. What does William Seward harshly critique about Lincoln?

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

4. Why is a secret Cabinet meeting held in the Naval Department?

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

(see the answer key)

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