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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Preface, Prologue, and I. Peculiar Ambition.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What state did Lincoln say would make a fine state on his own in "An Evil Tree Can Not Bring Forth Good Fruit"?
(a) Louisiana.
(b) Texas.
(c) California.
(d) Mississippi.

2. Who did Lincoln write "I Like the Letters Very Much" for?
(a) Mary Rosenthal.
(b) Sophia Henkins.
(c) Mary Todd.
(d) Roberta Marki.

3. When was the sketch in the "Prologue" written?
(a) 1858.
(b) 1859.
(c) 1860.
(d) 1857.

4. When did Mary Todd and Lincoln reconcile?
(a) 1841.
(b) 1843.
(c) 1834.
(d) 1835.

5. Why did Lincoln write "I am Young and Unknown"?
(a) To test his rhetoric.
(b) To introduce himself during his first run for office.
(c) To discuss the politics of an opponent.
(d) To see if people liked his political agenda.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the topic of "More Painful Than Pleasant"?

2. What is the most important characteristic of the ideal lawyer according to "Resolve to Be Honest"?

3. When was Lincoln first elected to Congress?

4. Who did Lincoln express his frustration with for not voting for the Party candidate in the presidential election?

5. What skills attracted historians to Lincoln?

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