Question

In lines 17–20, Lincoln says that one party “would make war” while the other“would accept war.”To whom was Lincoln referring in each part of this sentence? How does this sentence begin to set the tone or attitude that Lincoln takes throughout the speech?

Answer 1

Answer:

In his Second Inaugural speech, in line 17-20, the United States President Abraham Lincoln refers the one party which "would make war" as Confederacy and the other which " would accept war" as Union. Abraham Lincoln begin the sentence in a subdued tone and make an emotional appeal for reconciliation.