Proficient Level Review, 3 Sept 2021 Quest

1.

Which of the following phrases did Lincoln's assassin overhear while sorting through his mail - to say the least, this phrase doomed Lincoln?

A.

"Remove the Partition"
B.

"Add Chairs to the Box"
C.

"Tonights Play is Our American Cousin"
D.

"Be Sure Washington's Portrait is Ready"

Correct Answer
A. "Remove the Partition"

2.

Who became president after Lincoln was assassinated; he was quite possibly our worst president:

A.

James Buchanan
B.

Franklin Pierce
C.

Andrew Johnson
D.

James Knox Polk

Correct Answer
C. Andrew Johnson

Explanation
Andrew Johnson became president after Lincoln was assassinated. He is often considered one of the worst presidents in American history due to his ineffective leadership and controversial policies. Johnson's presidency was marked by conflicts with Congress over Reconstruction, as he opposed civil rights for freed slaves and favored lenient treatment for former Confederate states. His impeachment trial further tarnished his reputation, although he narrowly avoided removal from office. Overall, Johnson's presidency was marred by his inability to effectively address the challenges of the post-Civil War era.

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3.

All of the following statements about the manhunt for Lincoln's assassin are true except the assassin:

A.

Found it very difficult to cross the river from Maryland into Virginia
B.

Was truly on his own; he never received help from others during this time
C.

Was able to convince an Army sentry that he could leave Washington, D.C. without a pass
D.

Was supposed to be captured and arrested; the government wanted the full story

Correct Answer
B. Was truly on his own; he never received help from others during this time

Explanation
During the manhunt for Lincoln's assassin, the statement that is not true is that the assassin was truly on his own and never received help from others during this time.

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4.

After the Civil War, which of the following was the general that was the Commander of the Army, and then was elected as our 18th President in 1868, serving two full terms in office:

A.

Andrew Johnson
B.

James Garfield
C.

Rutherford B. Hayes
D.

Ulysses Grant

Correct Answer
D. Ulysses Grant

Explanation
Ulysses Grant was the general who served as the Commander of the Army after the Civil War. He was elected as the 18th President of the United States in 1868 and served two full terms in office.

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5.

What was the MAIN MOTIVATION for Lincoln's assassin? He wanted to be:

A.

The most famous man in America
B.

Seen and treated as a "Hero of the South"
C.

Viewed as incredibly brave, not as a coward
D.

Rich, since he was offered money to kill Lincoln

Correct Answer
A. The most famous man in America

Explanation
The main motivation for Lincoln's assassin was to become the most famous man in America.

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6.

All of the following statements are true about what happened in the balcony concerning the Assassination of Abraham Lincoln except the assassin:

A.

Landed awkwardly on the stage after jumping from the balcony, badly breaking a leg
B.

Was prepared to kill one of Lincoln's security men to get to the balcony, but not two security men
C.

Jumped from the balcony before Major Rathbone could react to the sound of the pistol shot
D.

Peeked through a peephole in the door before entering the balcony and killing Lincoln

Correct Answer
C. Jumped from the balcony before Major Rathbone could react to the sound of the pistol shot

Explanation
The correct answer is "Jumped from the balcony before Major Rathbone could react to the sound of the pistol shot." This statement is not true because Major Rathbone was able to react to the sound of the pistol shot before the assassin jumped from the balcony.

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7.

All of the following were examples of "Black Codes" except African-Americans were:

A.

Required to step into the street if a white person was on the sidewalk
B.

Required to avoid eye contact with whites
C.

Unable to possess firearms
D.

Unable to have a job

Correct Answer
D. Unable to have a job

Explanation
During the era of Black Codes, African-Americans faced various discriminatory laws and restrictions that aimed to limit their rights and freedoms. They were required to step into the street if a white person was on the sidewalk, which enforced racial segregation and demonstrated white supremacy. They were also required to avoid eye contact with whites, which was a way to assert dominance and maintain racial hierarchy. Additionally, they were unable to possess firearms, which was another method to control and oppress the African-American population. However, the statement that they were unable to have a job is incorrect. African-Americans were indeed able to have jobs, although they often faced limited opportunities and were subjected to low wages and poor working conditions.

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8.

All of the following statements about the Massacre at Wounded Knee are correct except:

A.

U.S. soldiers firing their rifles were the main reason why so many Natives died
B.

U.S. officials at the reservation thought the "Ghost Dance" was really a war dance
C.

A struggle between a soldier and a warrior over a rifle was the most likely cause of the first shot fired
D.

It was the first documented example of extermination in U.S. History

Correct Answer
A. U.S. soldiers firing their rifles were the main reason why so many Natives died

Explanation
The correct answer is "U.S. soldiers firing their rifles were the main reason why so many Natives died." This statement is incorrect because while U.S. soldiers did fire their rifles during the Massacre at Wounded Knee, they were not the main reason why so many Natives died. The massacre was primarily caused by a combination of factors including misunderstandings, tensions, and a struggle between a soldier and a warrior over a rifle, which led to the first shot being fired and the ensuing violence. The U.S. officials' misunderstanding of the "Ghost Dance" as a war dance also played a role in the events that unfolded. However, it was not the first documented example of extermination in U.S. History.

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9.

In which of the following events on the Plains did U.S. Cavalry soldiers attack and kill mostly women and children in the Winter of 1868:

A.

Washita Massacre
B.

Massacre Canyon
C.

Massacre at Wounded Knee
D.

Federman Massacre

Correct Answer
A. Washita Massacre

Explanation
The correct answer is Washita Massacre. The Washita Massacre occurred in the Winter of 1868 when U.S. Cavalry soldiers attacked and killed mostly women and children on the Plains.

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10.

All of the following statements are true about the Battle at Little Bighorn except Colonel George Armstrong Custer:

A.

Kept his entire cavalry together for the upcoming battle
B.

Shared the danger with his men during the battle
C.

Was most unwise in his decision-making in terms of when to have his horses gallop at full speed
D.

Was surprised at the size of the Native village during his attack

Correct Answer
A. Kept his entire cavalry together for the upcoming battle

Explanation
Colonel George Armstrong Custer did not keep his entire cavalry together for the upcoming battle.

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11.

What was the name of the gun that was used at Wounded Knee by the U.S. soldiers?

A.

The Hotchkiss Gun
B.

The Howitzer
C.

"Hell on Wheels"
D.

The Gatling Gun

Correct Answer
A. The Hotchkiss Gun

Explanation
The Hotchkiss Gun was the name of the gun used by U.S. soldiers at Wounded Knee. This gun was a type of artillery weapon that was commonly used during this time period. It was known for its rapid-fire capabilities, making it a deadly weapon in battle. The Hotchkiss Gun played a significant role in the events at Wounded Knee, where it was used by the U.S. soldiers against the Native American Sioux tribe.

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12.

All of the following statements are true about why the Battle of Little Bighorn was so one-sided except:

A.

The Native warriors were outnumbered by the US Cavalry
B.

The rifles of the US Cavalry were inferior to Native rifles
C.

The possibility that the US Cavalry's horses were too tired compared to Native Horses
D.

The Commander of the US Cavalry divided his army into three separate forces

Correct Answer
A. The Native warriors were outnumbered by the US Cavalry

Explanation
The Battle of Little Bighorn was not one-sided because the Native warriors were outnumbered by the US Cavalry. The Native warriors actually outnumbered the US Cavalry, which was one of the reasons why the battle was so significant.

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