Praxis 5511 Practice Question
Scenario/Extract:
“The world will little note, nor long remember what we say here, but it can never forget what they did here. It is for us the living, rather, to be dedicated here to the unfinished work which they who fought here have thus far so nobly advanced. It is rather for us to be here dedicated to the great task remaining before us — that from these honored dead we take increased devotion to that cause for which they gave the last full measure of devotion — that we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain — that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom.â€
Which of the following best describes President Abraham Lincoln’s main purpose for making the speech in the excerpt?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: President Abraham Lincoln's main purpose in the speech was to explain the purpose of fighting the Civil War. He aimed to articulate the fundamental principles of liberty and equality, emphasizing that the conflict was not merely about preserving the Union but also about ensuring freedom for all.
Option A is incorrect as the speech was not specifically aimed at comforting troops. Option C misrepresents Lincoln's focus; while he did address slavery, the speech was broader in context. Option D is also inaccurate since the speech was delivered before the war's conclusion, focusing instead on the ongoing struggle rather than celebrating victory.
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