Quiz on Abraham Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address
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11th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In Lincoln’s “Second Inaugural Address,” how does he portray the nature of the Civil War?
As an unavoidable punishment from God for the sin of slavery.
As an opportunity to unite the nation in shared sacrifice.
As a conflict that could have been easily avoided with better leadership.
As a contest of strength between two equal and justified parties.
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
CCSS.RI.11-12.6
CCSS.RI.11-12.1
CCSS.RI.11-12.2
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is Lincoln’s perspective on the role of slavery in causing the Civil War?
He believes it was a minor factor compared to other political disputes.
He sees it as the central issue that could no longer be ignored.
He views it as a divine test of the nation’s moral strength.
He blames the North and South equally for failing to compromise on the issue.
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CCSS.RI.11-12.6
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which excerpt from Lincoln's speech supports the idea that slavery was the cause of the war?
"Each looked for an easier triumph, and a result less fundamental and astounding."
"If we shall suppose that American slavery is one of those offenses which..."
"The Almighty has His own purposes."
"With malice toward none, with charity for all..."
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CCSS.RI.11-12.1
CCSS.RL.11-12.1
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does Lincoln imply about the future of the nation after the Civil War?
It will remain divided.
It will be united in shared sacrifice.
It will face economic challenges.
It will continue to struggle with leadership.
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CCSS.RI.11-12.9
CCSS.RI.11-12.6
CCSS.RI.11-12.2
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Fill in the blank: Lincoln's speech emphasizes the need for ________ in the aftermath of the Civil War.
revenge
unity
division
isolation
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CCSS.RI.11-12.9
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Fill in the blank: Lincoln's address calls for ________ towards all, with malice towards none.
charity
revenge
anger
division
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which phrase from the 'Second Inaugural Address' best reflects Lincoln’s use of chronological structure to discuss past events?
'Four years ago, all thoughts were anxiously directed to an impending civil war.'
'Both parties deprecated war, but one of them would make war rather than let the nation survive...'
'The Almighty has His own purposes.'
'With malice toward none, with charity for all...'
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CCSS.RI.11-12.3
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