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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 17-18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who was the general in charge of Union troops at the beginning of the Civil War?
(a) Thomas.
(b) Grant.
(c) Lee.
(d) McClellan.

2. What technological development allowed Lincoln to be home on the weekends?
(a) The automobile.
(b) The telephone.
(c) The telegraph.
(d) The steam engine

3. What was Lincoln beginning to be known for after years of traveling the court circuit?
(a) Diligence.
(b) Caginess.
(c) Honesty.
(d) Ambition.

4. What did Lincoln accuse Polk of, when he was serving as a Representative?
(a) Cronyism.
(b) Corruption.
(c) Dishonesty.
(d) Starting a war illegally.

5. How did Lincoln bolster his support in the North?
(a) By encouraging the border states to liberate their slaves.
(b) By promising them funds for reconstruction.
(c) By offering to pay for any war damages.
(d) By offering them freedom from federal taxes.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Lincoln not free all slaves early in the Civil War?

2. Why was Lincoln called the 'Lone Star'?

3. Describe the temperament of Lincoln's wife.

4. About what did Lincoln speak out against as a Representative?

5. For whose nomination for President did Lincoln campaign?

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