Question

Lincoln says teach him to sell his brawn and brain to the

Highest bidders, but news put a price tag on his soul. What

Does he mean by these lines? Explain.​

Answer 1

This statement means one can use their intelligence for others but their emotions are solely for themselves and should not be dictated by others.

Explanation:

• This question is from the famous Abraham Lincoln's Letter written to the headmaster of his son.

• The main purpose of the letter was to ask the headmaster to instil great values in his son.

• The given phrase promotes moral values like self-reliance and self-esteem.

• He wants his son to use his brain and not to simply follow what others tell him.