Chasing Lincoln's Killer Ch. 3

Front

What was Powell's second problem with the assassination plan?

Back

He was not sure where Secretary Seward was located in the house.

Front

What was the name of the servant who answered the door at the Seward house?

Back

William Bell.

Front

Who is Secretary Seward's daughter?

Back

Fanny Seward.

Front

What was Powell's third problem with the assassination plan?

Back

He was not sure of how many people were in the house.

Front

How did Powell know that he was at the correct room where Secretary Seward was staying?

Back

When asked by Powell if Seward was awake, Fanny Seward looked behind her to see if her father was asleep.

Front

What was the significance of the assassination plan?

Back

It was part of a larger conspiracy to eliminate key figures in the government.

Front

What role did Fanny Seward play during the assassination attempt?

Back

She was present in the house and her actions helped Powell identify the correct room.

Front

What was the main objective of Powell in the assassination plan?

Back

To kill Secretary Seward.

Front

Why was Powell's uncertainty about the number of people in the house a problem?

Back

It could lead to being caught or failing the assassination attempt.

Front

What does the presence of a servant at the door indicate about the Seward household?

Back

It suggests that the household was active and had staff present.