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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who sets out on a week-long debauch after Kate's party?
(a) John Hay.
(b) David Herold.
(c) George McClellan.
(d) Secretary Steward.

2. As what does Mrs. Lincoln justify her overspending?
(a) Boredom.
(b) No self control.
(c) A benefit to future generations.
(d) She has the right as First Lady.

3. What disease is McClellan purported to have?
(a) Malaria.
(b) Tuberculosis.
(c) Typhus.
(d) Epilepsy.

4. Which of the following does Herndon NOT tell John Hay about Lincoln's days as a young man?
(a) He had mental breakdowns.
(b) He contracted syphilis.
(c) He did not believe in Christianity.
(d) He studied in Europe.

5. What is the organization of peace Democrats opposed to the Emancipation Proclamation and the draft?
(a) Anarchists.
(b) Nickelheads.
(c) Rattlers.
(d) Copperheads.

Short Answer Questions

1. David Herold is told to watch for Lincoln's movements and _____________________.

2. Who is Lincoln's running mate in 1864?

3. Who is the editor of the New York Tribune in 1864?

4. What request does Herndon make of Lincoln?

5. Who does Sickles think is Wikoff's source of information?

Short Essay Questions

1. What are two reasons that David Herold is disgruntled in Chapter 7?

2. What honor does Grant receive in the midst of talk about his presidential aspirations?

3. What is the source of Lincoln's resolve in the 100 days prior to the election?

4. Why do the rebel spies think that Herold has succeeded in poisoning Lincoln at the time he delivers the Gettysburg Address?

5. Why does Booth say Lincoln must be poisoned soon?

6. Why does Lincoln find humor in the rumor that McClellan may wage a military coup against him?

7. How is Mrs. Lincoln hurt in an assassination attempt in Chapter 12?

8. How does Lincoln view Mrs. Lincoln's impact on his presidency at this point regarding the article scandal and her overspending?

9. How does Seward attempt to prevent Mrs. Lincoln being involved in a scandal?

10. What are the circumstances of David Herold meeting John Wilkes Booth?

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