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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. Seward and _____________ emerge as the Cabinet's leading figures.
(a) Chase.
(b) Blair.
(c) Woodburne.
(d) Johnson.

2. What does Lincoln declare to be his first priority in Chapter 13?
(a) Guard against sympathizers in the government.
(b) Declare a Civil War.
(c) Introduce his Cabinet members.
(d) Control Mrs. Lincoln's spending.

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 name of the plan which called for Seward to run the government with Lincoln as a figurehead?
(a) Transition Plan.
(b) Shadow Plan.
(c) Albany Plany.
(d) Schnectady Plan.

5. Which of the following characteristics is NOT used to describe Lincoln?
(a) Overweight.
(b) Fatalism.
(c) Droll humor.
(d) Exhausted.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does William Seward harshly critique about Lincoln?

2. From what state do the first Union troops arrive in Washington?

3. What is the main event in Part 1, Chapter 8?

4. How can Mrs. Lincoln's personality best be described?

5. Which of the following does NOT describe Lincoln at the inaugural ball?

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