Early Life
When was Abraham Lincoln born and When did he die?
Lincoln was born on February 12, 1809,Lincoln died on April 15, 1865
Why did people think Abraham Lincoln being elected president would be the best for the Civil War?
He was very committed to helping the Union out during these difficult times no matter what the consequences were.
What was his first ever accomplishment during the Civil War?
Issuing the Emancipation Proclamation
How did Abraham Lincoln respond to the Reconstruction Era?
His first plan was the Proclamation of Amnesty and Reconstruction
What was Abraham Lincoln’s main struggle during the Civil War?
His main struggle was to keep the Union together. He was determined to preserve the U.S as one country.
What made Lincoln a good politician?
Lincoln was well liked due to his friendly manner, he was honest and graceful, he got on people's good side
How did Abraham Lincoln use his powers as commander-in-chief during the Civil war?
As Chief, he helped mobilize the Union Army, and wage war (which means to start and to continue a war or a fight)
How did Lincoln’s struggles lead to accomplishments?
He learned about hardworking and how he could preserve which was very important in the life of a politician
What are some key events on the development of the Reconstruction Era?
The Gettysburg address - November 19
The Assassination of Lincoln- April 14 1865
Thirteenth Amendment ratified- December 6
What was a challenge Abraham Lincoln faced to maintain support for the Union War effort?
When Lincoln had to deal with Democrats who wanted to stop fighting and make peace with the Confederacy.
What inspired Lincoln to become a politician?
He first entered politics in 1847, and served a single term in Congress. In 1858, he made a bid to bethe Senate which he lost, but which transformed him into political figure.
What were some key decisions Abraham Lincoln made as president during the Civil War?
Issuing the Emancipation Proclamation, and building the Republican Party into a strong national organization
How did Abraham Lincoln’s leadership during the Civil War impact the course of our history?
He made the Union a very strong and very powerful army.
How did Abraham Lincoln’s views on slavery impact the course of the reconstruction era?
Abraham Lincoln's reconstruction plan began upon the abolition of slavery
Did Abraham Lincoln have challenges in terms of keeping the Union together during the Civil War?
It was hard for him to convince people that the Union was worth fighting for even though it was a costly and difficult war.