How do the words in this passage support lincoln's
goal to unify the nation?
lincoln's words replace blame with shared fears
and hopes of all citizens.
neither party expected for the war the magnitude or the
duration which it has already attained. neither
anticipated that the cause of the conflict might cease with
or even before the conflict itself should cease. each
looked for an easier triumph, and a result less
fundamental and astounding.
-second inaugural address,
abraham lincoln
lincoln's words encourage the divided nation to
fight for what they believe is right.
lincoln's words antagonize the divided nation to
continue in their battle.
lincoln's words create a sense of hopelessness,
since the war will never end.