From Speech to Policy Answer Key

Learners connect ideals from the Gettysburg Address-like unity, equality, and freedom-to Reconstruction policies that followed. They fill in a chart showing how Lincoln’s words shaped amendments and social change. Reflection questions link ideals to action, emphasizing cause and effect in history.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Social Studies – Reconstruction and Policy Development

Civics – Applying Ideals to Lawmaking and Reform

Critical Thinking – Connecting Speeches to Real-World Impact

Writing – Summarizing and Explaining Historical Influence

This worksheet is part of our Gettysburg Address collection.