Understanding Pinkerton's Role in Lincoln's Journey

Understanding Pinkerton's Role in Lincoln's Journey

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jennifer Brown

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Pinkerton's strategy to gain the trust of James Luckett?

He offered him a job.

He bribed him with money.

He pretended to support the southern cause.

He threatened him with arrest.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change did Pinkerton realize during his investigation?

The threat was a hoax.

The threat was against Lincoln himself.

The threat was from foreign agents.

The threat was against the railroad.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Pinkerton's belief about criminals that influenced his approach to law enforcement?

They were afraid of the law.

They were always armed.

They had a desire to confess.

They were highly organized.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was Baltimore considered a dangerous place for Lincoln to pass through?

It was a remote and isolated area.

It had a large population of southern sympathizers.

It was under military occupation.

It was a hub for northern supporters.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason Lincoln had to pass through Baltimore?

He had a speech scheduled there.

It was the only direct route to Washington.

He had family in Baltimore.

It was a safer route than others.