American History: Lincoln's Assassination

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What does the phrase 'a pretty kettle of fish' refer to in this context?

A messy situation (correct)

A pleasant situation

A beneficial arrangement

An elegant gathering

What must a plaintiff prove to successfully sue for defamation?

The story is completely fictional

The defendant intended to harm them

Their character or livelihood were harmed (correct)

The article was printed in a reputable newspaper

What is the relationship between news reporting and constitutional freedom of the press?

They are mutually exclusive.

Freedom of the press guarantees complete protection from defamation lawsuits.

News reporting is a limitation of the constitutional right.

The right to learn the truth is upheld even with the risks in reporting. (correct)

What must the defendant do in a defamation case?

Prove the truth of the article printed. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes someone who is 'indolent'?

Lazy and inactive Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'tow the mark'?

To obey or adhere to rules Signup and view all the answers

What was John Wilkes Booth's intention after killing Lincoln?

To ensure that he would become famous Signup and view all the answers

What aspect does 'excoriate' highlight about someone's criticism?

It is severe and harsh. Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of Søren Kierkegaard is highlighted in the content?

He was a prominent figure in existentialist philosophy. Signup and view all the answers

What phrase did Booth plan to utter after killing Lincoln?

Six Seer tyrannies thus always to tyrants Signup and view all the answers

What major event occurred at about 10 p.m. on April 14th?

The assassination of Lincoln Signup and view all the answers

What was the immediate reaction in the theater after Booth shot Lincoln?

Laughter drowned out the shot Signup and view all the answers

What injury did Booth sustain as he jumped onto the stage?

He broke his leg Signup and view all the answers

Who attended to President Lincoln after he was shot?

A 23-year-old doctor Signup and view all the answers

What was the final phrase uttered by Secretary Stanton after Lincoln's death?

Now he belongs to the ages Signup and view all the answers

What was Booth's feeling about the success of his escape route?

He believed it was foolproof Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the original demand did the survivors actually receive?

4% Signup and view all the answers

What did Lincoln advocate for during his last speech?

Suffrage for negro soldiers Signup and view all the answers

What led to John Wilkes Booth's hatred of President Lincoln?

His Southern patriotism Signup and view all the answers

What describes the character of a 'martinet'?

A strict disciplinarian Signup and view all the answers

Who was supposed to assist Booth in his assassination plan?

George Atzerodt Signup and view all the answers

What did the phrase 'to kill the goose that laid the golden egg' symbolize in the context provided?

Ending a successful venture Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Yen' signify in the context provided?

A strong desire Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'cat's paw' in relation to the content?

A person used as a tool or dupe Signup and view all the answers

What did Lincoln's dream prior to his assassination reveal?

He saw himself dead in the White House Signup and view all the answers

What was Lincoln’s condition leading up to his assassination?

He was suffering from severe stress Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'potentate' refer to?

A powerful ruler Signup and view all the answers

What does 'pathological' refer to in this context?

Disordered behavior Signup and view all the answers

Which of these best describes the use of the word 'deprecate'?

To express disapproval of Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'iniquity' as used in the content?

Immoral or grossly unfair behavior Signup and view all the answers

What was Booth's ultimate plan regarding Lincoln?

To assassinate him Signup and view all the answers

What does 'odious' mean as used in the context provided?

Offensive Signup and view all the answers

What does 'burgeoned' suggest about the state of something?

It is flourishing Signup and view all the answers

Which group was depicted as the 'cabal'?

Booth and his conspirators Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes an attitude of indifference or lack of interest?

Apathy Signup and view all the answers

What was Lincoln's reaction when he learned of Lee's surrender?

He celebrated with the crowd Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'dormant' refer to?

In a state of rest or inactivity Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'desperate' imply about the situation described?

Urgently demanding action Signup and view all the answers

What does 'vituperative' imply about someone's remarks?

Harsh and abusive Signup and view all the answers

What is the implication of having a 'prerogative'?

An exclusive right or privilege Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to 'disseminate' information?

To spread or scatter widely Signup and view all the answers

In the context, what does 'callow' describe?

Youthful and inexperienced Signup and view all the answers

What does 'strait from the shoulder' suggest about communication?

Open and direct Signup and view all the answers

What does the philosophy of the thinker emphasize regarding individual involvement in life?

The individual must get involved in life. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for Europeans driving diminutive cars?

Narrow roads and high gasoline prices. Signup and view all the answers

What emotion does the term 'wistful' convey?

Longing and pensive reflection. Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the word 'malevolent' as used in the content?

Ill intentioned and harmful. Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'to flog a dead horse' imply?

To continue discussing a matter that has already been resolved. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'rut' refer to in the context provided?

A state of inactivity or stagnation. Signup and view all the answers

How are canaries described in their role within households?

As domesticated pets known for their variety of song. Signup and view all the answers

In the narrative about the canaries, what significant event caused the crew to release the birds?

An approaching storm that threatened their voyage. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'intrepid' mean as described in the context?

Fearless and adventurous. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'corpulent' signify in the content?

Fleshy and excessively fat. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'emissary' refer to in the context given?

An agent sent on a specific mission. Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'the die is cast' imply?

A choice has been made that cannot be changed. Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible reason for the brigands' reticence regarding their actions?

They are concerned about potential capture. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary source of the Inca Emperor's power?

Divine authority from the gods Signup and view all the answers

What major resource was NOT mentioned as being plentiful in the Inca Empire?

Spices Signup and view all the answers

What catastrophic event occurred following the death of the Inca ruler in 1528?

A civil war between rival sons Signup and view all the answers

Which term best captures the incident of Pizarro ambushing the Incas?

Obloquy Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the causes of the Inca Empire's decline?

Internal conflict among leaders Signup and view all the answers

What was Pizarro's ultimate goal when he captured ATA walpa?

To receive a ransom of gold Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of ATA walpa's character notably inspired the Incas after his death?

His charisma Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes Pizarro's deceptive tactics towards the Incas?

Nefarious Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'genocide' refer to in the context of the Spanish conquest?

The mass killing of a specific group of people Signup and view all the answers

What was the reaction of the Incas to ATA walpa's captivity?

They conducted a frantic collection of gold Signup and view all the answers

Why was the fortress considered 'impregnable'?

It was built on strong geographical features Signup and view all the answers

What does 'drawing in one's horns' metaphorically imply?

To become more cautious Signup and view all the answers

What type of reasoning does 'sophistry' refer to?

False reasoning or argumentation Signup and view all the answers

What impact did Pizarro's use of advanced weaponry have on the Incas?

It caused confusion and panic Signup and view all the answers

What was the main cause of the Titanic's sinking?

A collision with an iceberg Signup and view all the answers

How did the Titanic's crew respond to incoming warnings about icebergs?

The warnings were noted but largely ignored. Signup and view all the answers

What did 'insurgent males' do during the evacuation?

They jumped into lifeboats against orders. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'rapacious' suggest in the context of the Titanic's disaster?

Greedy and exploitative Signup and view all the answers

What was the problem with the number of lifeboats on the Titanic?

There were not enough lifeboats for all passengers. Signup and view all the answers

What were the ramifications of the Titanic disaster?

A series of lawsuits against the White Star Line. Signup and view all the answers

What term describes someone who behaves badly in a school setting?

Miscreant Signup and view all the answers

What does 'to throw someone a curve' mean?

To provide unexpected challenges. Signup and view all the answers

What is described as having 'a glut'?

An overabundance Signup and view all the answers

What was significant about the 'glut of billionaires' mentioned?

They did not file any claims for compensation. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'specious' mean in the context of arguments?

Deceptively attractive but misleading Signup and view all the answers

How were the messages about icebergs received by the Titanic's crew?

They disregarded them as unimportant. Signup and view all the answers

What action did Captain Smith's officers fail to take regarding iceberg warnings?

They created a plan based on the warnings. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'dilatory' imply in the behavior of the umpires mentioned?

Delay or procrastination Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Historical Events and Figures

Lincoln's assassination: John Wilkes Booth assassinated President Abraham Lincoln on April 14, 1865, at Ford's Theatre.
Civil War: The American Civil War ended with General Robert E. Lee's surrender.
Reconstruction: The period following the Civil War dealing with the reintegration of the Confederate states.
Grant's dispatch: A message announcing Lee's surrender.

Suffrage: The right to vote.
Southern secession: The withdrawal of Southern states from the Union.
Political plots: Booth was a part of a cabal to assassinate Lincoln and Vice President Andrew Johnson.
Sectionalism: Strong division between North and South.

Events Surrounding Lincoln's Assassination

Lincoln's visit to the theater: Lincoln attended Ford's Theater on April 14th, 1865.
Booth's plan: Booth planned to assassinate Lincoln and the vice president.
The shooting: Booth shot Lincoln in the head during the play.
Lincoln's death: Lincoln died the subsequent morning following the incident.

Vocabulary

Cabal: A secret group of conspirators.
Odious: Disgusting, despicable.
Pathological: Disordered in behavior.
Precient: Able to predict.
Impregnable: Incapable of being entered.
Toxic: Harmful.
Extenuating: Excusable.
Patriarch: Elder, grandfather.
Nepotism: Favoritism toward relatives.
Ransom: Payment for the return of a person.
Calumny: A false statement intended to damage one's reputation.
Martyr: A person who is killed for their beliefs or religion.
Discriminatory: Treatment or actions are not fair or equal to someone or a group.
Profuse: Abundant, overflowing.
Diabolical: Extremely wicked or evil.
Encomium: High praise.
Obloquy: Disgrace, shame, dishonor.
Hyperbole: Exaggerated figure of speech.

Other Key Concepts

The Titanic: The sinking of the unsinkable ship.
Warnings of Icebergs: Multiple warnings regarding icebergs for the Titanic, which were ignored.
Lack of Orderly Plan: No protocol for the handling of iceberg warnings.
Insufficient Lifeboats: Insufficient lifeboats lead to a loss of life.
Rampant greed: Rapacious behavior by some passengers.

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