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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 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.

2. Who was Joshua Speed?
(a) Lincoln's father-in-law.
(b) Lincoln's business partner.
(c) A shopkeeper and Lincoln's roommate.
(d) Lincoln's running partner.

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

4. What did Lincoln do after his election to President in 1860?
(a) He warned the Southern states that he was going to outlaw slavery.
(b) He gave his inauguration speech.
(c) He moved to Washington, DC.
(d) He opened an office where he considered appointments.

5. Who was Mary Todd?
(a) Lincoln's second fiancé.
(b) Lincoln's sister-in-law.
(c) Lincoln's mother-in-law.
(d) Lincoln's wife.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was the initial favorite for the nomination for President in the 1860 race?

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

3. What did Lincoln work on after the 1858 election?

4. What criticism was made of the Emancipation Proclamation?

5. Who was the President when Lincoln served in the Senate?

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