Clara and Abe

Learn about Clara Barton & Abe Lincoln!

RI1. InferencesPART A. Based on Clara's experiences, what one word best describes her reaction to challenges? stubborn indifferent weak or passive angry RI1. InferencesPART B. Which statement from the text best supports your answer for Part A? "Once again, there was concern about a woman holding an important government job, and she was replaced by a man." "Clara thought this was an injustice for poor students." "This time, Clara didn’t have time to find a new job." "The idea of a woman on the front lines was unheard of, but she wouldn’t give up." RI 2. Main Idea and Supporting DetailsWhat is the main idea of the Abraham Lincoln script? the major events of Abraham Lincoln's life Abraham Lincoln how Abraham Lincoln became president where Abraham Lincoln was born RI 3. What and Why QuestionsWhat was Abraham Lincoln's view on slavery? Why do you think he had that view? Use details from the text to support your answer. RI 4. Vocabulary Words (Context Clues)On pg. 6 of the Lincoln passages, we see this sentence:"In the 1800s, politicians were expected to display feats of bravery in order to earn the votes of their constituents."Which word would be the BEST synonym of the word constituents? politicians voters people votes RI 5. Text StructureWhat is the text structure for the section entitled "Civil War" in the Clara Barton text? cause compare description chronological order RI 6. Firsthand and Secondhand AccountsBoth passages are told from the same perspective. Are both passages firsthand accounts or secondhand accounts? How do you know? Decide which column each phrase best fits in. Clara Barton organized the Red Cross born on Christmas Day died at age 90 responsible for the first aid kit once was a teacher was on the battlefield during the Civil War cared for hurting people Abraham Lincoln became President of the United States a skilled wrestler shot and killed while watching a play abolished slavery mother died at a young age once was a lawyer had three children die young