Lincoln (G.A. & E.P.)

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What is the emotional appeal of the Gettysburg Address?

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The Gettysburg Address uses emotional appeal to honor the sacrifices of soldiers and inspire the nation.

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What is the authoritative tone of the Emancipation Proclamation?

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The Emancipation Proclamation's authoritative tone establishes Lincoln's power and responsibility as president to free enslaved people.

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What was the purpose of the soldiers' sacrifice at Gettysburg according to Lincoln?

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The soldiers gave their lives to save the nation.

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How does Lincoln follow the conventions of a proclamation in the Emancipation Proclamation?

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Lincoln follows conventions by listing all the rebellious states.

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What significant effect did the Emancipation Proclamation have on the Union army?

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Nearly 200,000 African Americans joined the Union army.

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What moral belief does Lincoln express in both the Gettysburg Address and the Emancipation Proclamation?

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Lincoln expresses the belief that it is moral to fight for what is right.

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What is the significance of the Gettysburg Address in American history?

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The Gettysburg Address is significant for its powerful message about equality and national unity.

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What was the main goal of the Emancipation Proclamation?

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The main goal was to free enslaved people in the Confederate states.

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How did the Gettysburg Address redefine the purpose of the Civil War?

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It redefined the war as a struggle for a new birth of freedom and equality.

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What role did African Americans play in the Union army after the Emancipation Proclamation?

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They played a crucial role, with nearly 200,000 joining the army.