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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Describe the relationship between Lincoln's wife and his business partner.
(a) Intimate.
(b) Amicable.
(c) Polite.
(d) Hostile.

2. Whom did Lincoln begin to fight with as he reached adolescence?
(a) His mother.
(b) His brothers.
(c) His father.
(d) His step-mother.

3. 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.

4. What does Donald say Lincoln was ruled by in his early career?
(a) Sentiment.
(b) Religiousness.
(c) Reason.
(d) Passions.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was Stephen Logan?

2. What was the first election Lincoln won?

3. Where was Lincoln's law firm based?

4. Describe Lincoln's schooling.

5. Describe Lincoln's military career.

(see the answer key)

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