Question

select the correct answer.
how does lincoln address his audience in this excerpt?
a. lincoln addresses american citizens egotistically to remove any doubt about his role as president.

b. lincoln addresses american citizens by imploring them to remember what binds them to the union.

c. lincoln addresses american citizens by urging them not to take action that could threaten their material comfort.

d. lincoln addresses american citizens in a boastful tone to show his power as a political leader.

Explanation:

To determine how Lincoln addresses his audience, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Lincoln was known for his humble and unifying rhetoric, not egotistical. So A is incorrect.
• Option B: Lincoln often emphasized the bonds of the Union (e.g., in the Gettysburg Address or other speeches), imploring citizens to remember what united them. This aligns with his style.
• Option C: Lincoln encouraged action for the Union and justice, not discouraging action to protect comfort. So C is incorrect.
• Option D: Lincoln's tone was not boastful; he was modest and focused on the nation's cause. So D is incorrect.

Answer:

B. Lincoln addresses American citizens by imploring them to remember what binds them to the Union.