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The Gettysburg Address
In this American Civil War activity, students paraphrase the 6 noted sections of Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address speech.
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The Gettysburg Address
Students explore the implications of the Gettysburg Address. In this Civil War lesson, students read a handout regarding Gettysburg Address, analyze an excerpt of the speech, and complete the provided worksheet activities.
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Memorial Day--The Gettysburg Address
Students study the reasons why Memorial Day is celebrated in the United States. They examine how and why those who died for their country are honored. They memorize the Gettysburg Address and how it is used to celebrate Memorial Day.
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Remembering September 11
Learners explore the impact of September 11 on American society through analysis of interviews and class discussions. Students evaluate the historic importance of the Gettysburg Address.
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The Gettysburg Address: An American Treasure
Learners apply information found in Lincoln's speeches, especially The Gettysburg Address, to create a persuasive speech on a current topic.
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Choices and Commitments: The Soldiers at Gettysburg
Students describe the Gettysburg Campaign and the major actions of the armies during each day of the battle. They analyze the motives, actions, and experiences of several participants in the battle and evaluate the Gettysburg Address.
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Abraham Lincoln Delivers the Gettysburg Address
In this Abraham Lincoln worksheet, students identify the picture of United States president Abraham Lincoln delivering the Gettysburg Address.
US Government Publishing Office
U.s. Government Publishing Office: Core Documents of u.s.democracy
Direct online access to the basic Federal Government documents that define our democratic society, a core group of current and historical Government publications.
University of Oklahoma
University of Oklahoma Law Center: Gettysburg Address
The University of Oklahoma Law Center provides the full text of the Gettysburg Address, as it was delivered by President Abraham Lincoln on November 19, 1863.
ReadWriteThink
Read Write Think: Myth and Truth the Gettysburg Address
Contains plans for three lessons that examine the myth and reality behind the Gettysburg Address. In addition to objectives and standards, this instructional plan contains links to sites used in the lessons as well as assessment and...
CommonLit
Common Lit: The Gettysburg Address
A learning module that begins with "The Gettysburg Address" by President Abraham Lincoln, accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as a PDF or assigned online...