8.SS.8.D

Analyze Abraham Lincoln's ideas about liberty, equality, union, and government as contained in his first and second inaugural addresses and the Gettysburg Address and contrast them with the ideas contained in Jefferson Davis's inaugural address.

Grade 8 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010

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Vocabulary
Abraham Lincolnideaslibertyequalityuniongovernmentfirst and second inaugural addressesGettysburg AddressJefferson Davisinaugural address
Skills
  • analyze (Abraham Lincoln's ideas as reflected in his speeches) #dok3
  • contrast (Lincoln's ideas with those in Jefferson Davis's inaugural address) #dok3
  • identify (the main ideas of liberty, equality, union, and government in Lincoln's and Davis's speeches) #dok2
  • cite evidence (from primary sources to support analysis of differing ideas) #dok3
Learning Targets
  • I can identify Abraham Lincoln's ideas about liberty, equality, union, and government in his first and second inaugural addresses and the Gettysburg Address. #dok2
  • I can analyze the meaning of liberty, equality, union, and government in Lincoln's major speeches. #dok3
  • I can contrast Abraham Lincoln's ideas with those found in Jefferson Davis's inaugural address using evidence from the texts. #dok3
  • I can cite examples from primary sources to explain the differences in ideas about government held by Lincoln and Davis. #dok3
Big Ideas
  • Leaders' ideas about liberty, equality, union, and government help shape the goals and values of a nation during times of conflict.
  • Contrasting perspectives from key historical figures reveal deep divisions and differing visions for the country's future.
Essential Questions
  • What were Abraham Lincoln's key ideas about liberty, equality, union, and government as expressed in his major speeches?
  • How did Lincoln's vision for the nation compare to Jefferson Davis's understanding of government and rights?
  • Why did Lincoln and Davis draw upon different principles and values in their inaugural addresses?
  • How do the words of leaders influence the attitudes and actions of people during times of crisis?
  • What lasting impact did the ideas in these historic speeches have on the United States?