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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Describe Lincoln's relationship with Joshua Speed.
(a) Casual acquaintance.
(b) Antagonistic enmity.
(c) Formal dignity.
(d) Close friendship.

2. Where was Lincoln's law firm based?
(a) Logan County.
(b) Hampton County.
(c) Menard County.
(d) Sangamon County.

3. When was Lincoln married?
(a) 1811.
(b) 1847.
(c) 1842.
(d) 1830.

4. When did Lincoln begin to cultivate his intellect?
(a) After being elected to the legislature.
(b) After losing an election.
(c) After law school.
(d) After marrying.

5. What did Lincoln do in his travels, following a man around the state?
(a) Take on clients.
(b) Look for a wife.
(c) Campaign for office.
(d) Raise money.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Lincoln mean by the phrase "cold, calculating, unimpassioned reason"?

2. Describe Lincoln's schooling.

3. What was the status of the family of Lincoln's father?

4. What did Lincoln know about his grandmother?

5. Describe Lincoln's relationship with his ancestry.

(see the answer key)

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