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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through II. Half Slave and Half Free.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Lincoln portray Republicans concerning slavery?
(a) As the right choice for business.
(b) As progressive.
(c) As the most intelligent.
(d) As conservative.

2. When was "Right Makes Might" written?
(a) 1861.
(b) 1859.
(c) 1860.
(d) 1858.

3. What was considered improper at the time of the writing of "The Taste is in My Mouth"?
(a) Actively pursuing a seat at a convention.
(b) Actively seeking financial donations.
(c) Actively seeking the presidential nomination.
(d) Getting on the ballot in primary elections.

4. When was the Kansas-Nebraska act signed according to "Our Republican Robe is Soiled"?
(a) 1854.
(b) 1855.
(c) 1857.
(d) 1856.

5. When was Lincoln born?
(a) 1809.
(b) 1801.
(c) 1812.
(d) 1810.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Lincoln vote for Polk's military spending bills?

2. When did Mary Todd and Lincoln reconcile?

3. What did Lincoln say was one of government's most important roles in "The Legitimate Object of Government"?

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

5. When was "A Moral, a Social, and a Political Wrong" written?

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