Lincoln and Slavery

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is an educational resource titled “Lincoln and Slavery”, containing a series of seven questions about Abraham Lincoln’s policies and actions regarding slavery, as well as the broader context of slavery during the Civil War era. The questions are designed to prompt students to consider Lincoln’s intentions, the complexities of abolishing slavery, the Confederacy’s stance, the conditions that led to an increase in escape attempts by slaves, the Confiscation Act, additional legislation passed by Congress in 1862, and Lincoln’s decision to emancipate slaves in the South. The worksheet features a caricature of Lincoln, and a place for the student to write their name.

The worksheet’s educational intent is to deepen students’ understanding of the historical context of slavery in the United States and the pivotal role of Abraham Lincoln in its abolition. It encourages critical thinking about the political, social, and legal challenges of the era. By researching and answering these questions, students will gain insight into the complexity of historical change and the factors that influence presidential decision-making. The activity also serves to enhance students’ research skills and their ability to synthesize historical facts into coherent responses.