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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did Lincoln begin to cultivate his intellect?
(a) After being elected to the legislature.
(b) After marrying.
(c) After law school.
(d) After losing an election.

2. Where did Lincoln's law clients come from?
(a) Springfield.
(b) His hometown.
(c) Vandalia.
(d) Local towns in Illinois.

3. Who was Mary Owens?
(a) The wife of Lincoln's partner.
(b) Lincoln's second fiancée.
(c) Lincoln's mother-in-law.
(d) Lincoln's sister-in-law.

4. Describe Lincoln's schooling.
(a) He was not schooled much because he had to work with the family.
(b) He studied a little but never distinguished himself.
(c) He was the first child sent away to school.
(d) He was schooled at home by his parents.

5. Describe Lincoln's relationship with Joshua Speed.
(a) Close friendship.
(b) Antagonistic enmity.
(c) Formal dignity.
(d) Casual acquaintance.

Short Answer Questions

1. When was Lincoln born?

2. How does Donald describe the effect of Lincoln's loss of his mother?

3. When was Lincoln married?

4. Where was Lincoln's law firm based?

5. Describe Lincoln's relationship with his stepmother.

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