Directions: Imagine that you were in the audience when Abraham Lincoln gave his Gettysburg Address. Write a letter to a fellow American who was not present for the speech. Summarize the speech and describe your reactions. Include whether you think the speech was effective for the occasion. Be sure to include the following in your performance task:

A brief summary of the speech: when and why it was given

Your reaction to the speech (remember, you are writing this as if you were there, way back in 1863), including quotes from the speech that stood out to you and why

Was the speech effective? Do you think that Lincoln accomplished what he wanted to with this speech?

Use the information that you have gathered throughout this packet to help you complete your Performance Task. If you are stuck or need additional help, please see your site’s

teacher or tutor.

Dear Citizen,

Paragraph 1:

Summarize the speech

Paragraph 2: Describe your reaction: include examples from the speech that connect to your reaction

Paragraph 3: Explain whether you thought Lincoln’s speech was effective (did he achieve his purpose?). Include examples from the speech that support your explanation.

Sincerely,

(Your Name)
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