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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In 1862, which governor arrests 70 "vile secessionists" and essentially keeps these civilians as hostages?
(a) Andrew Johnson.
(b) Joel H. Silbey.
(c) James McPherson.
(d) Francis Lieber.

2. Which newspaper does Chauncey Burr publish in Chapter 3?
(a) The Dubuque "Herald."
(b) The "Merryman."
(c) The Newark "Evening Journal."
(d) The "American Bastile."

3. What nickname is given to President Lincoln?
(a) Honest Abe.
(b) The Writ Rewriter.
(c) The Beast of New Orleans.
(d) Old Black Soot.

4. What unusual qualities does Henry W. Halleck have in a leader?
(a) He speaks both the language of the law and the language of the people.
(b) He has written about international law and observes legal niceties.
(c) He is well read, intelligent and also has great physical strength.
(d) He has a natural charisma that attracts all voters.

5. Which book of John A. Marshall's is well read among Lincoln's critics?
(a) Low Tide for Liberty.
(b) The Prisoner of State.
(c) The American Bastile.
(d) The Merryman.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who are the Prisoners of State?

2. In the "White Flag Affair," how does Union General Christopher C. Augur convince three Confederates to release his captured Union soldiers?

3. Which country continues to import cotton from the South during the Civil War?

4. In 1864, what bogus presidential proclamation is published in the New York "World" and the "Journal of Commerce"?

5. Which unpopular bill does Congress pass on July 17, 1862?

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