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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the first election Lincoln won?
(a) For state senator.
(b) For mayor.
(c) To lead a company of volunteers.
(d) For state legislature.

2. From where did Lincoln know Mary Owens?
(a) A family he met in Illinois.
(b) A family he knew in New Salem.
(c) A family he had worked for in Indiana.
(d) A family he knew in Virginia.

3. When was Lincoln elected to Congress?
(a) 1847.
(b) 1852.
(c) 1846.
(d) 1842.

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

5. For what causes did Lincoln campaign?
(a) Relocating the state capital.
(b) Ending the displacement of Indians.
(c) Increasing federal oversight of land speculation.
(d) Lowering taxes.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. When did Lincoln begin to cultivate his intellect?

3. What was Lincoln's party?

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

5. What did Lincoln believe he inherited from his grandmother?

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