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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Three: On The Pilgrimage Road.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Sixteen-year-old Abraham grew estranged from his farmer father. Why?
(a) His father was cruel and unfeeling.
(b) His father did not understand his son's desire to be President.
(c) His father did not understand his son's desire for education.
(d) His father wanted him to be educated.

2. Who was Lincoln's idol?
(a) William Henry Harrison.
(b) Henry Clay.
(c) Benjamin Harrison.
(d) Clay Aiken.

3. What two boys were born to the Lincolns?
(a) Sam and Todd.
(b) John and James.
(c) William and Thomas.
(d) Teddy and Lincoln.

4. During his candidacy, Lincoln was encouraged to write an autobiography for what reason?
(a) So he could become famous.
(b) So Americans would vote for him.
(c) So the voters could learn more about him.
(d) So others would like him.

5. What did Lincoln give Mary with the inscription "Love is Eternal?"
(a) A broach.
(b) A ring.
(c) A necklace.
(d) A bracelet.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did neighbors think about the Lincoln children?

2. Lincoln was intimidated by Mary's _______________.

3. He entered into a law practice with John Todd Stuart, and won his first court case. What type of case was this?

4. How did Lincoln feel without Mary?

5. For what case did Lincoln become famous?

(see the answer key)

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