Multiple choice general knowledge history

Who advised Abraham Lincoln to grow his distinctive beard?

  1. Ann Rutledge

  2. Grace Bedell

  3. Mary Todd Lincoln

  4. Robert Todd Lincoln
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Grace Bedell, an 11-year-old girl, wrote to Abraham Lincoln during his 1860 presidential campaign suggesting he grow a beard to improve his appearance. Lincoln wrote back thanking her and later grew his iconic beard. The other options are Lincoln's wife, son, and an early love interest.

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