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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Lincoln do that impresses Ninian Edwards in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) Lincoln announces there is free pie in the town square.
(b) Lincoln diffuses the tension with the Clancy Groves boys.
(c) Lincoln punches a bully who is threatening Ann Rutledge.
(d) Lincoln gets everyone's attention by firing his pistol at the ceiling.

2. Who does Lincoln blame for all the political strife in the country?
(a) The British.
(b) The Abolitionists.
(c) The U.S. Army.
(d) The Whigs.

3. What does Ann's love do for Lincoln?
(a) Her love makes him irritable because she is so needy.
(b) Her love inspires him to write great poetry.
(c) Her love makes him believe in God, believe that all things are possible, and he can do anything he wants.
(d) Her love makes him weak at the knees and fuzzy in his thoughts; he knows he can't make anything of himself.

4. What are three things Lincoln likes about Ann Rutledge?
(a) She's smart, pretty and owns property.
(b) She's sensible, brave and good-looking.
(c) She's good-looking, sensible and wants a large family.
(d) She's brave, pretty and a political asset.

5. What is Mary Todd's lifelong dream for herself?
(a) That she will be able to nominate Supreme Court justices.
(b) That she will become President of the United States.
(c) That she will live a simple life, raising children.
(d) That she will marry the President of the United States.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is fetching water for Seth Gale's sick son in Act 2, Scene 7?

2. In Act 2, Scene 4, who arrives unexpectedly at Lincoln's office to visit?

3. Who admits being the one who suggested recruiting Lincoln to run for office?

4. What does Jack Armstrong tell Seth Gale about Lincoln while they wait for Lincoln's arrival in Act 2, Scene 7?

5. What advice does Josh Speed give Lincoln regarding his mental health?

(see the answer key)

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