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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7-8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was Lincoln beginning to be known for after years of traveling the court circuit?
(a) Ambition.
(b) Caginess.
(c) Diligence.
(d) Honesty.

2. What did Lincoln do when he returned to Illinois?
(a) Acted as Governor.
(b) Worked in the Federal Land Office.
(c) Campaigned for reelection.
(d) Returned to his law practice.

3. Where did Lincoln's father start out before he moved to Illinois?
(a) Virginia.
(b) North Carolina.
(c) Pennsylvania.
(d) Massachusetts.

4. What position did Stephen Douglas hold when Lincoln returned to politics?
(a) U.S. Senator.
(b) U.S. Representative.
(c) Judge.
(d) Illinois Governor.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Lincoln accuse Polk of, when he was serving as a Representative?

2. For what causes did Lincoln campaign?

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

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

5. Who was John Todd Stuart?

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