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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Four: Revolt Against the Fathers.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In ____________, Lincoln met Mary Ann Todd, a witty young woman who could talk with him about politics.
(a) December 1839.
(b) September 1839.
(c) November 1839.
(d) October 1839.

2. Thomas Lincoln died on January 17, 1851. Did Lincoln attend the funeral?
(a) No.
(b) Yes.
(c) Yes, but only after everyone else had left.
(d) Yes, but only for a few moments.

3. The Missouri Compromise was a line dividing the North and South, above which slavery was __________.
(a) Illegal and below which it was legal.
(b) Illegal and below which it was illegal in some states.
(c) Legal and below which it was illegal.
(d) Up to the private citizens.

4. Describe Thomas Lincoln.
(a) Convivial and hard-working.
(b) Withdrawn and melancholy.
(c) Immature and irresponsible.
(d) Stern and unemotional.

5. When Lincoln moved to New Salem, for what did he become known?
(a) His quiet demeanor.
(b) His height and beard.
(c) His physical strength and honesty.
(d) His tall hat.

Short Answer Questions

1. When was Lincoln born?

2. The bill sparked what debates?

3. What did neighbors think about the Lincoln children?

4. From what did Nancy Lincoln die?

5. Where were the Lincolns married?

(see the answer key)

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