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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 whose perspective is Part 1, Chapter 8 NOT viewed?
(a) The conspirators.
(b) Salmon P. Chase.
(c) The presidential secretaries.
(d) Abraham Lincoln.

2. 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.

3. How does Mrs. Lincoln respond to Col. Ellsworth's body being laid out at the White House?
(a) She organizes a wake for family and friends.
(b) She collapses to the floor with one of her headaches.
(c) She refuses to let the body into the White House.
(d) She orchestrates a fitting tribute.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is overwhelmed by Kate Chase's beauty?

2. Which female abolition opponent is introduced in Chapter 2?

3. Which of the following characteristics is NOT used to describe Lincoln?

4. Who is the defeated rival who visits Lincoln and calls for militiamen to defend Washington?

5. Which of the following does NOT describe Lincoln at the inaugural ball?

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