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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through II. Half Slave and Half Free.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did Mary Todd and Lincoln reconcile?
(a) 1835.
(b) 1843.
(c) 1834.
(d) 1841.

2. How does Lincoln portray himself in "For, and Not Against the Union"?
(a) As a moderate.
(b) As an abolitionist.
(c) As a Catholic.
(d) As a slave owner.

3. What did Lincoln see as advantageous when writing "I Accept the Nomination"?
(a) Being specific about policy.
(b) Being clear about his political allies.
(c) Being vague about policy.
(d) Being clear about his enemies in the south.

4. When was "I Shall Be Governed By Their Will" written?
(a) 1837.
(b) 1835.
(c) 1834.
(d) 1836.

5. What was considered improper at the time of the writing of "The Taste is in My Mouth"?
(a) Getting on the ballot in primary elections.
(b) Actively seeking the presidential nomination.
(c) Actively pursuing a seat at a convention.
(d) Actively seeking financial donations.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Lincoln say was one of government's most important roles in "The Legitimate Object of Government"?

2. Who was the United States threatened by according to "Cold, Calculating, Unimpassioned Reason"?

3. When was Lincoln born?

4. What theory does Lincoln try to disprove in "Opens the Way for All"?

5. Who did Lincoln belittle in "Bow to It I Never Will"?

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