Background Information
Legacy
Emancipation Proclamation
Civil War
Riddles
100
Which one of Abraham Lincoln's family members passed away when he was 9 years old?
His Mother
100
How was Abraham Lincoln important to the Civil War?
He was the one who led the army
100
How many times did Lincoln issue the Emancipation Proclamation?
Twice
100
Who was often at odds with Abraham Lincoln? (There were multiple kinds of people.)
His generals, cabinet, party, and many of the American people.
100
What has a face and two hands but no legs or hands.
A clock
200
When Abraham Lincoln was elected to the Illinois state legislature, what party was he a member of?
The Whig Party
200
What is Lincoln remembered for?
Freeing slaves
200
Did the proclamation free slaves?
No
200
How many volunteers did Abraham Lincoln ask for military service?
75,000 volunteers
200
What's something that is yours but others use it more than you?
Your name
300
How many terms did Abraham Lincoln serve in the US house of representatives?
One term
300
How did Lincoln's show leadership?
Led the Civil War and fought with courage to free the slaves
300
What year of the Civil War was the final proclamation issued?
The 3rd year
300
Did Abraham Lincoln get approval from Congress when he distributed money from the Treasury for war material?
He did NOT have approval from Congress.
300
What starts with an E and ends with an E, but has only one letter?
An Envelope
400
Which U.S. senator did Abraham Lincoln challenge for the senator seat?
Stephen Douglas
400
Why were his speeches and letters important?
They had a powerful effect
400
What did the proclamation declare?
That all slaves in rebellious states “shall be then, thenceforward, and forever free.” ​
400
How much money did he distribute from the Treasury for war material?
$2 million
400
What kind of room has no doors or windows?
Mushroom
500
When was Abraham Lincoln born?
February 12,1809
500
How did Abraham Lincoln get the nation to be at it's highest office?
By his determination and perseverance
500
When was the final proclamation issued?(year)
1863
500
What year was Abraham Lincoln elected for his second term as president?
1864
500
Jake's sister is 2 years old and he is twice her age. How old will Jake be if his sister is 12 years old?
14 years old
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