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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 8-14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the defeated rival who visits Lincoln and calls for militiamen to defend Washington?
(a) Stephen Douglas.
(b) John Hay.
(c) Salmon P. Chase.
(d) Andrew Johnson.

2. How can Lincoln's inaugural parade best be characterized?
(a) Frugal.
(b) Short.
(c) Non-existent.
(d) Celebratory.

3. How can David Herold best be described?
(a) Common and fatalistic.
(b) Emotional time bomb.
(c) Serene and calm.
(d) Intelligent and optimistic.

4. What is the river that David Herold crosses on his first mission as a rebel courier?
(a) Ohio.
(b) Mississippi.
(c) Potomac.
(d) Delaware.

5. Why has Lincoln arrived in Washington in great secrecy?
(a) He wants to avoid the media.
(b) He wants to avoid big crowds.
(c) There is a plot against his life.
(d) He wants to surprise his family.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is known for drifting off during important discussions?

2. With whom does John Hay frequently spend time?

3. Sumner sees freeing the slaves to be _________________.

4. Who is overwhelmed by Kate Chase's beauty?

5. What does William Seward harshly critique about Lincoln?

(see the answer key)

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