Chasing Lincoln's Killer Chapter 3

What were Powell's problems he encountered while trying to assassinate Seward? Check ALL that apply.

• He didn't know Washington.

• The number of people in the house.

• Finding a way to enter the house.

• Trying to find his target.

• Choosing the weapon he would use to kill him.

Who did Powell attempt to shoot?

• Seward

• Fredrick

• Fanny

• He didn't attempt to shoot anyone.

What role did Herold have in the assassination? Check all that apply.

• Held the horse.

• Distract the house guests.

• Lead Powell out of Washington.

• Hide Powell in Washington.

What did Powell do to Seward?

• Nothing, he never found him.

• Nothing, Seward rolled off the bed.

• Slashed open his cheek

• He shot Seward and ran.

How did Powell get in the house?

• He never made it in the house.

• He pretended to be a messenger with medicine.

• Herold distracted the butler.

• Powell slashed and shot his way in.

Did Seward live or die?

• live

• die

• Was never in danger.

Who unknowingly revealed the location of Seward in the house?

• no one..he was never found

• Frederick

• Fanny

• Sergeant Robinson

Where is David Herold at the end of the chapter?

• waiting with Powell's horse

• on the run with Powell

• walking the streets to meet Powell at the getaway location

• on the run without Powell

Why was Seward a target for Booth's plan?

• he was the next in charge if Lincoln died

• Booth had an argument with him earlier and wanted revenge

• he was the leader of the Union army

• he was an easy target due to an accident

Who was William Bell?

• a messenger

• another Booth co-conspirator

• Seward's servant

• Seward's friend