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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Eight: This Fiery Trial.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When the Kansas-Nebraska Bill was passed, it left the status of slavery up to who?
(a) The people who settled in the territory.
(b) The Governors.
(c) Congress.
(d) The President.

2. In January __________, a Lincoln campaign for Presidential candidacy was officially underway.
(a) 1858.
(b) 1860.
(c) 1859.
(d) 1857.

3. Anti-Nebraska groups began calling themselves what?
(a) Democrats.
(b) Know-nothings.
(c) Republicans.
(d) Whigs.

4. McClellan then clashed with General Lee over Richmond, but forgot to do what?
(a) Secure the city.
(b) Bring enough supplies.
(c) Take anyone hostage.
(d) Follow the strategy given to him by Lincoln.

5. What did Fremont do in Missouri without Lincoln's permission?
(a) Created a militia.
(b) Allowed slavery to exist.
(c) Began a civil war within the state.
(d) Declared martial law.

Short Answer Questions

1. Though Buchanan sent men to use patronage in Lincoln's favor, Lincoln was wary of accepting favors from anyone. Why?

2. Stonewall Jackson's force blew through Fremont's lines in Shenandoah Valley, though Lincoln had done what?

3. On what topic did Lincoln agree with Henry Clay?

4. The Presidential campaign of 1856 elected who?

5. ______________ declared itself "neutral" in the conflict, with people enlisting in both armies.

(see the answer key)

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