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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Four: Revolt Against the Fathers.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did Lincoln's son, Eddie, die?
(a) April 1, 1850.
(b) February 1, 1850.
(c) March 1, 1850.
(d) May 1, 1850.

2. In October 1839 the Whigs held a convention and endorsed who for President, beginning the so-called Log and Cabin Campaign?
(a) Benjamin Harrison.
(b) Henry Clay.
(c) William Henry Harrison.
(d) John Adams.

3. How did many free-soilers feel about the Kansas-Nebraska Bill?
(a) Excited.
(b) Worried.
(c) Outraged.
(d) Happy.

4. Who led the free-soilers?
(a) Salmon Chase.
(b) Crab Charles.
(c) Talapia Churchill.
(d) Tuna Chester.

5. When Lincoln moved to New Salem, for what did he become known?
(a) His quiet demeanor.
(b) His physical strength and honesty.
(c) His height and beard.
(d) His tall hat.

Short Answer Questions

1. Lincoln took a break from politics to focus on what?

2. When did the Lincolns move to central Illinois?

3. In November Lincoln and Douglas had their first debate over what, starting a rivalry that would last years?

4. What political party was gaining favor from abolitionists in the North?

5. How did Robert Lincoln feel when his father was away on political trips?

(see the answer key)

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