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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13-14.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What was the result of Lincoln's campaign against Douglas?
(a) He lost but was appointed to the seat when Douglas did not take it.
(b) He lost the election.
(c) He won but refused to serve.
(d) He won but was appointed district judge.

3. What was Lincoln waiting for before making the Emancipation Proclamation?
(a) Slave revolts.
(b) A Union victory.
(c) Southern surrender.
(d) Desperation in the South.

4. Why was Lincoln called the 'Lone Star'?
(a) Because of his obvious talent and his aloofness.
(b) Because he was the only Whig in the Illinois delegation.
(c) Because he was originally from Texas.
(d) Because he was known for keeping to himself.

5. What did the Emancipation Proclamation do?
(a) Free all slaves in North America.
(b) Free all literate slaves.
(c) Freed slaves in the north and in states in rebellion.
(d) Free slaves and give them reparations.

Short Answer Questions

1. Describe the relationship between Lincoln's wife and his business partner.

2. Describe Lincoln's relationship with his advisers.

3. Where did Lincoln's law clients come from?

4. What did Lincoln tell his friends after he was elected President in 1860?

5. Whose seat was Lincoln gunning for in 1858?

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