This worksheet provides a biographical overview of Abraham Lincoln's life, from his childhood to his presidency and assassination, followed by comprehension questions.

Grade 6 Reading Comprehension Worksheet: Abraham Lincoln

#### Passage Summary:
The passage provides a brief overview of Abraham Lincoln's life, from his early years to his presidency and assassination. It highlights key events such as his childhood, education, career as a lawyer, political achievements, and his role during the Civil War.

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Questions and Answers:

#### 1. What do you know about Abraham Lincoln’s early life?
- Answer:
Abraham Lincoln was born in 1807 in Kentucky to Thomas and Nancy Lincoln. His mother died when he was nine years old, and his sister Sarah took care of him until his father remarried. Lincoln had less than a year of formal schooling but spent many hours reading the Bible. By the time he was 17, he knew he wanted to be a lawyer. At 21, he moved to Illinois and worked on a farm for a year before becoming a shopkeeper.

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#### 2. What did Lincoln do before 1836?
- Answer:
Before 1836, Lincoln moved to Illinois at the age of 21 and spent a year laboring on a farm. He then became a shopkeeper, where he tried to be honest and fair. Despite working in different jobs, he still harbored a desire to become a lawyer. During this time, he also became involved in politics and was elected to the Illinois legislature by the Whig party.

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#### 3. What did Lincoln say and what did he do about the Civil War?
- Answer:
Lincoln said that his "paramount object in this struggle is to save the Union, and is not either to save or to destroy slavery." He believed that preserving the United States as one nation was his primary goal. To achieve this, he issued the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863, which freed slaves in the Southern states. This helped turn the tide of the war and eventually led to the abolition of slavery across the United States. Other notable actions included delivering the Gettysburg Address (1863) and signing the Conscription Act (1863).

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#### 4. How did Lincoln die?
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Lincoln was assassinated on April 14, 1865, while attending a play at Ford's Theater in Washington D.C. He was shot by John Wilkes Booth, a Confederate sympathizer. Lincoln died nine hours later.

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#### 5. Write the achievements of Abraham Lincoln.
- Answer:
- Preservation of the Union: Lincoln successfully led the country through the Civil War, ensuring that the United States remained a single nation.
- Emancipation Proclamation (1863): Issued an order freeing slaves in the Confederate states, which ultimately led to the abolition of slavery nationwide.
- Gettysburg Address (1863): Delivered a famous speech emphasizing equality and unity, redefining the purpose of the Civil War.
- Conscription Act (1863): Signed a law that required men to serve in the military, helping to bolster the Union forces.
- Political Career: Elected to the Illinois legislature and later became the 16th President of the United States.
- Honesty and Integrity: Known for his honesty and fairness, even during his early days as a shopkeeper.

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Final Answer:

1. Early Life: Born in 1807 in Kentucky, lost his mother at age 9, had limited schooling, and worked on a farm and as a shopkeeper.
2. Before 1836: Moved to Illinois, worked on a farm and as a shopkeeper, became involved in politics, and was elected to the Illinois legislature.
3. Civil War: Fought to preserve the Union, issued the Emancipation Proclamation, delivered the Gettysburg Address, and signed the Conscription Act.
4. Death: Assassinated on April 14, 1865, at Ford's Theater in Washington D.C.
5. Achievements: Preserved the Union, issued the Emancipation Proclamation, delivered the Gettysburg Address, signed the Conscription Act, and was known for his honesty and integrity.

Boxed Final Answer:
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