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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What was Lincoln's reaction to becoming engaged?
(a) Deep depression.
(b) Exhilaration.
(c) Resplendent pride.
(d) Jubilation.

3. Why was Lincoln called the 'Lone Star'?
(a) Because of his obvious talent and his aloofness.
(b) Because he was known for keeping to himself.
(c) Because he was the only Whig in the Illinois delegation.
(d) Because he was originally from Texas.

4. What happened to Lincoln's career after the 1858 election?
(a) He declined to enter into national politics until the Illinois state Republican Party was unified.
(b) He began to enjoy a reputation outside of Illinois.
(c) He was abandoned by the Republican Party.
(d) He was invited to serve as a diplomat to France.

5. What position did Lincoln hold after winning the 1852 election?
(a) U.S. Senator.
(b) U.S. Representative.
(c) No position.
(d) State Senator.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the result of Lincoln's campaign against Douglas?

2. What did Lincoln do when he returned to Illinois?

3. In what war had the 1848 Whig party candidate served?

4. What important event took place after Lincoln returned to Illinois?

5. How did Lincoln come to settle in New Salem, Illinois?

(see the answer key)

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