029 Abraham Lincoln - One Minute History

The video covers the life of Abraham Lincoln, from his birth in a Kentucky log cabin to his rise in politics, including his marriage to Mary Todd and his career as a lawyer. It highlights his Senate nomination, the House Divided speech, and his presidency during the Civil War. Lincoln's issuance of the Emancipation Proclamation and the Gettysburg Address are discussed, leading to the end of the Civil War. The video concludes with Lincoln's assassination and his legacy, including the abolition of slavery with the 13th Amendment, the establishment of Thanksgiving, and his unique status as the only president to hold a patent.

Where was Abraham Lincoln born?

• In a mansion in Virginia

• In a log cabin in Kentucky

• In a farmhouse in Illinois

• In a city apartment in New York

What significant speech did Lincoln deliver before becoming the 16th President?

• The Inaugural Address

• The Gettysburg Address

• The Emancipation Proclamation

• The House Divided Speech

What was the primary purpose of the Emancipation Proclamation?

• To end the Civil War

• To announce Lincoln's reelection

• To free slaves in the rebel states

• To declare war on the Southern states

Which battle's site did Lincoln visit to deliver a famous address?

• The Battle of Antietam

• The Battle of Gettysburg

• The Battle of Bull Run

• The Battle of Shiloh

What amendment abolished slavery in the United States?

• The 15th Amendment

• The 14th Amendment

• The 13th Amendment

• The 12th Amendment