Question

how does the structure of lincoln’s \gettysburg address\ contribute to its effectiveness in making his argument about the principles of equality and national unity?

by starting with a historical reference and ending with a call to action, lincoln creates a logical and moving progression.

by using parallel structure throughout the speech, lincoln emphasizes his commitment to ending the civil war.

the speech follows a chronological order, which allows lincoln to build his argument gradually.

the speech focuses mainly on the horrors of war, which strengthens his argument for peace.

Explanation:

• Analyze each option:
• Option 1: The Gettysburg Address starts with referencing the founding of the nation (historical reference) and ends with a call to action to ensure "that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth", creating a logical and moving progression for his argument on equality and unity.
• Option 2: The speech's parallel structure (e.g., "four score and seven years ago...") is more about emphasizing the nation's founding principles, not specifically ending the Civil War.
• Option 3: The speech does not follow a chronological order; it references the past, present, and future but not a strict chronology.
• Option 4: The speech is not mainly about the horrors of war but about the principles of equality and national unity.

Answer:

A. By starting with a historical reference and ending with a call to action, Lincoln creates a logical and moving progression.