Author Question: For his cabinet, Lincoln selected A) friends to whom he owed political debts. B) only those men ... (Read 66 times)

theo · **on:** Sep 21, 2019

Question 1

The use of the new, longer-range rifles during the Civil War

A) contradicted the training offered at West Point.
B) reduced the emphasis on infantry attack.
C) produced a ghastly crop of dead men.
D) led to more effective use of artillery.

Question 2

Jefferson Davis was observed by his contemporaries as too

A) insensitive to criticism.
B) unwilling to experiment.
C) lazy and easy-going.
D) preoccupied with details.

Question 3

Lincoln's early actions as president indicated that he intended to

A) act only with the sanction of Congress.
B) rely heavily on his cabinet members' advice.
C) take responsibility for running his own administration.
D) respect the traditions and dogmas of the past.

Question 4

For his cabinet, Lincoln selected

A) friends to whom he owed political debts.
B) only those men who agreed with his views.
C) important Republicans whether they agreed with him or not.
D) men of lesser political stature or ability.