Lincoln, The 16th President

Question 1

Why was Abraham Lincoln called a “log cabin president”?

Answer 1

Abraham Lincoln was called the “log cabin president” since he lived in a log cabin.

Question 2

Abraham Lincoln grew to be _____ tall and was considered to be ______, _____, and ______.

Answer 2

6 foot 4 inches

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Question 3

Abraham Lincoln often read the ______.

Answer 3

bible

Question 4

Abraham Lincoln married _____ _____.

Answer 4

Mary Todd

Question 5

Describe Lincoln’s political career.

Answer 5

Lincoln’s career was that he wanted to be a lawyer. He practiced law in Illinois and became a congressman. In 1860 he was nominated for republican candidate for president. Lincoln won.

Question 6

When did Lincoln give the Gettysburg Address?

Answer 6

1863 Lincoln gave the Gettysburg Address

Question 7

What was the Emancipation Proclamation and when was it issued?

Answer 7

The Emancipation Proclamation means slaves were free in 1863

Question 8

How did Lincoln believe the south should be treated after the War between the States?

Answer 8

Lincoln still wanted to be kind to them after the war was over.

Question 9

When and how did Abraham Lincoln die?

Answer 9

Abraham Lincoln was shot and killed by John W. Booth on April 15th, 1865