The Assassination of Lincoln

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is centered on the topic of President Abraham Lincoln’s assassination. It includes a series of five questions that direct students to explore various aspects of the event, such as the number of terms Lincoln served, details of his assassination, the allegiance of his assassin during the Civil War, the original plan of the assassin, and the broader conspiracy surrounding the assassination. The worksheet has a caricature of Lincoln and provides spaces for students to write their answers and their name at the top.

The worksheet is designed to teach students about a critical event in American history: the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. It prompts them to research and reflect on the historical circumstances of Lincoln’s death, the motivations and background of John Wilkes Booth, and the larger implications of the conspiracy. By answering the questions, students will develop a more nuanced understanding of the impact of Lincoln’s assassination on the nation and the complexities of historical events. The activity also encourages the development of research and critical thinking skills as students seek out and compile historical facts.