Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address
Written by Adi Ackerman, Head Teacher
"Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address" is written for 8th Grade (Ages 13-14). A 7th grader who is already steady on Sources, Data and Research Skills can use it too, and an older student can use it as a short review.
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8th grade social studies worksheet: read an excerpt of Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address closely and explain its tone and purpose. Answer key included. Part of our reading a primary source closely sources, data and research skills collection.
How do I use this worksheet?
Read each source aloud once before students begin. On the Lincoln sheet, have students quote a phrase for each answer about tone.
What students will practice
- Students will read an excerpt of Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address with a glossary and background.
- Students will explain what Lincoln says all knew was somehow the cause of the war.
- Students will describe the tone of the closing and what Lincoln wanted the nation to do next.
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FAQ
How do I use this reading a primary source closely worksheet?
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Read each source aloud once before students begin. On the Lincoln sheet, have students quote a phrase for each answer about tone.
What does this worksheet teach?
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Read an excerpt of Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address closely and explain its tone and purpose. The directions on the page read: Read the excerpt from Lincoln's speech and the glossary. Then answer the questions on pages 2 and 3. An answer key is included.
Can I use this reading a primary source closely worksheet for homeschool or classroom?
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Yes, both. We made it for 8th grade Sources, Data and Research Skills, and it works the same at home or at school. At home, a student can work through it alone and then go over it with you, which shows quickly what is solid and what needs another look. In class it works as independent practice, homework or a warm-up, and you can print one copy or a full set.
What did Lincoln say in his Second Inaugural Address?
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Speaking on March 4, 1865, Lincoln said all knew that slavery was somehow the cause of the war. Students explain his description of each side and the tone of his closing paragraph.
What are the Five Ws of a news report?
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Who, what, when, where and why. The organizer adds how the news spread, the source quoted, one fact and one opinion from the 1869 report.
What does the 1869 railroad report leave out?
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A workers card on the page lets students see which workers the report does not mention, and why the report alone cannot show who built the railroad.
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Worksheet Details
| Grade | 8th Grade |
| Subject | Social Studies |
| Topic | Sources, Data and Research Skills |
| Pages | 3 pages |
| Difficulty | Medium |
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