FOOD
Where did our lunch sandwiches come from?
Subway
What is at the top of both the old and "new" capitol buildings?
a dome
Where did the Lincoln family move when Abraham became president?
Washington DC/The White House
Name two of the four Lincoln boys.
Robert, Edward, Willie, Tad
What was Mrs. Lincoln's first name?
Mary
Name the restaurant where dinner was eaten.
Pizza Ranch
How many years was the Old Capitol Building in use?
30
In what state was Lincoln born?
Kentucky
What movie was filmed in the House of Representatives Chamber of the State Capitol Building?
Legally Blonde Two
Stephen Douglas
Name one vegetable offered on the hot buffet.
Green beans or corn
In what building do Illinois lawmakers conduct their business?
The State Capitol Building
What did they call the "party room" in the Lincoln family Springfield home?
parlor
What was Lincoln's career before becoming president?
Attorney/lawyer
Before it was called Springfield, what was it called?
Calhoun.
What was a feature of the first drink/ice machine?
the ice wouldn't stop!
How many justices (judges) served on the Illinois Supreme Court at first in the Old Capitol Building?
four
What modern feature was missing from the Lincoln's home in Springfield?
indoor plumbing/bathroom
In what year was Lincoln elected president?
1860
Name the ONLY Lincoln boy to survive to adulthood.
Robert
What kind of cake did Mrs. Lincoln like to bake?
Sweet Almond cake
On which floor of the State Capitol Building is the Illinois Supreme Court?
None. It's across the street.
In what state did Lincoln grow up?
Indiana (mostly)
What famous speech did Lincoln give in the Old State Capitol Building?
the "House Divided" speech
Who was Abraham Lincoln's running mate? (The man who would be his vice-president)
Hannibal Hamlin