Hi, all! Well, you should nearly be through Part 1 of Lincoln on Leadership...so you know what that means? A question or two for you! I also wrote a sample argumentative essay, which I will embed below.
You have until 7/8 to respond to this post :o)
1. What are three words that were in your reading that you did not know before? Be sure to include the words, their definitions (brief and easy to understand), and a synonym.
2. What is one adjective you would use to describe Lincoln? Support your choice with examples and/or quotes from the text.
3. What is one life lesson you learned from Part 1 of LoL?
In your responses, be sure to include your first name and last initial ONLY...if your name is not part of your ID.
OK, below is the argumentative essay I told you I would write. It's not my best (I was on a plane), but you will get the idea of the format. I want a HOOK that will catch the reader's attention, paragraphs that include examples from literature, history, Lincoln on Leadership, etc., as well as an example from your personal experiences or the world around you. Not to mention, I want a closer that pops! In doing all that, you need to have a voice! You cannot pull that off in other essays (like an analysis), but in your argumentative essay, "voice it up!" BTW, my essay turned out to be four written pages.
Remember, you will do eight of these argumentative essays over the course of the summer (and they're due the first day of class). That is one per week! See the "Summer Readings and Activities 2011" handout for the details! You DO NOT have to submit these essays in your posts, though you should be typing them out to turn in the first day of class! :o)
Argumentative Essay 1
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1. -Visceral: felt in or as if in the internal organs of the body dealing emotions, not intellectual.
Synonym: Intrinsic
-Vernacular: the language or vocabulary peculiar to a class or profession.
Synonym: Common
-Spurious: not genuine, authentic, or true.
Synonym: Deceitful
2. There is an array of kind adjectives that could be used to describe Abraham Lincoln; one of the most famous adjectives could be honorable. Lincoln is known widely by the name “Honest Abe”. As honorable as Abe was I think that Aboriginal would be the best adjective to describe him. Even though there have been many great leaders before Abraham, and after, Lincoln was the first to simultaneously be inquisitive, inspiring, kind, accessible, and with genuine feelings of concern. We might look at a leader as someone with higher power that doesn’t need to do things for themselves, but have someone else do it for you, but that is not a leader according to Abe Lincoln. According to Part 1 in Lincoln on Leadership, Lincoln was spotted “…drifting from office to office gathering information and asking people if they had heard any rumors about General Grant.”Abe Also made himself accessible to people “as often as the responsibilities of his job permitted.”Lincoln made sure that people felt comfortable around him, he even said “Everyone likes a compliment.” Lincoln knew that he had to set a good example; “On a rainy day, later in the war, Lincoln got drenched while he stood on the same balcony (balcony at the Willard Hotel) as the soldiers cheered him enthusiastically. ‘If they can stand it,’ he said, ‘I guess I can.’” Abe Lincoln was an aboriginal man, and aboriginal leader.
3. To describe one life lesson learned from Part 1 of Lincoln On Leadership would be like saying that I only drink orange juice, and that only orange juice is good for me, but just like knowing the Orange juice provides me the most important vitamin to my body, I know that stepping out of my Ivory tower would be the best life lesson learned from Part 1 of Lincoln On Leadership.
The comment above with the weird ID is mine.
Kathleen.C
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Yeah, interesting ID! Love the commentary. Keep it coming!
1.-piqued: Stimulate (interest or curiosity)
synonym: excite
-bemoaned: Express discontent or sorrow over (something)
synonym: cry over spilled milk
-posturing: Behave in a way that is intended to impress or mislead others
synonym: pose
2. In my opinion I believe that the best adjective to describe Abraham Lincoln is benevolent. It suits him the best just like his tall hat he used to wear. The way he showed his benevolence is by giving kind words to the soldiers off to battle and also it is reported that Abraham gives each soldiers a good honest heartly shake as if he meant it. Not only was he a kind and honest man he was also a compassionate man. He demonstrated his compassion by touring the hospitals to visit the sick and wounded. "He often attended private funerals, whether it was the infant son of his secretary of war or for eighteen women killed in an explosion" as stated in Part 1 of Lincoln on Leadership. The list of adjectives that can go on for miles because Abraham Lincoln was that and even more.
3. A life lesson I learned from part one is to reach out to others. I learned that it is best to surround with peoples than keep myself isolated. One day I would like to be a leader just like Abraham was and I must not make the same cardinal mistake as General Fremont made.
1)- Inauguration:A formal beginning or introduction.
Synonym: Startup
-Painstakingly:Marked by or requiring great pains; very careful and diligent.
Synonym:Fastidiously.
-Bemoan:To express disapproval of or regret for; deplore.
Synonym:Lament.
2)An adjective I would use to describe Lincoln would be gregarious. Lincoln was not like many other formal leaders in America, he was extremely sociable with his people and did valiant acts such as, going on to the field to "observe or take charge of several battle situations himself, coming under fire at least once." When Licoln wrote in his letter to Fremont "He is losing the confidence of men near him, whose support any man in his position must have to be successful", Lincoln said. "His cardinal mistake is that he isolates himself, and allows nobody to see him; and by which he does not know what is going on in the very matter he is dealing with." Showing a new strategy never used before by previous leaders and that is socializing and interacting with people, and that is exactly what Lincoln did. Lincoln was socializing and interacting with people 75 percent of his time, he would put himself out there to personally find out rumors and see what was happening because after all "If subordinates, or people in general, know that they genuinely have easy access to their leader, they'll tend to view the leader in a more positive, trustworthy light." Even when Lincoln was unable to leave his big office the door was always open for any visitors.
3)One life lesson I learned from reading part one of LoL is taking action. It seemed like Lincoln obtained the admiration of many by putting himself out there and allowing people to see him in the flesh. I learned many things can be accomplished from being an action-driven person and doing what needs to be done yourself for everything to go smoothly and leaning towards your favor.
1. a. amiability: having or showing good personal qualities [friendly, sociable]
b. affability: pleasantly easy to approach [sociable]
c.divisiveness: forming or expressing division or distribution [disconnect, separated]
2. I think one of the best ways Lincoln can be described besides his other strong qualities of honesty and benevolence is that he is affable. In the book it talks about his door to the oval office always being open no matter what. When people wanted to see Lincoln even when his personnel tried to tell them that he was busy he would come out and usher them into talk. Moreover, he also made it a priority to meet as many people as possible especially his soldiers because he thought that through his meeting them on a personal basis they would be more inclined to not only like him but do a better job at what they were assigned to. In the book one of the lines read "Lincoln was probably the most accessible chief executive the United States has ever known." because of how easy it was to approach him.
3. A life lesson that I learned from Part 1 was that seeking casual contact is just as important as formal contact. I personally have seen that through my various leadership positions that people are more likely to give you details more easily if they are in a relaxed environment. An example of this would be when all of a company's power hungry executives go out to have drinks at a restaurant and speak about the office.
1. Three previously unknown words:
∙Admonished: Advise or urge someone earnestly; Warn
∙Meddling: Touch or handle something without permission; Interfere
∙Meritorious: Deserving reward or praise; Honorable
2. An adjective I’d use to describe Lincoln:
∙Honest Abe- does it ring a bell somewhere in your memory? It can’t be said that such nickname was appointed to him for mere pleasure. There had to genuinely be justifiable reasons for having given him a label that would be perpetuated for well over a century. Hence the adjective that I would use to describe Lincoln would unquestionably be: Honest. He was a man who stood for all that was right, honest, and self evident. In administering the Union, as in everything else he committed himself to, Lincoln always made an attempt to do his best. As then novel quotes “Lincoln was faced with the seemingly insurmountable problem of holding the nation together while at the same time organizing a new, more effective government that could prepare for an impeding civil war.” Lincoln’s presidential years weren’t per say the best ones there could have been, but with his one of a kind leadership skills it was apparent that he had excelled his requirements beyond thought. He was an honest man who strove to work with and through people while, at the same time, always driving to achieve his own main objective which was preservation of the union. With his compassionate, caring, and friendly manner he quickly inspired trust and respect among others. It’s most probable that Lincoln was the most accessible chief executive the United States has ever known. The door of his law office was always open and anyone who wished to come in and talk was welcome. With this in mind we can see how Lincoln in all aspects of society, could be labeled “honest.” Although he’s been dead for more than 144 years, he still continues to inspire and move people from all walks of life from all around the globe.
3. One life lesson I learned:
∙Out of the numerous and very beneficial life lessons to be learned from Part 1 of the novel, I am certain that the life lesson that will be of more use to me is the following one: “Seek casual contact with your subordinates. It is as meaningful as a formal gathering, if not more so.” What this life lesson is trying to convey is how simply spending time together and getting to know someone can overcome mountains of personal differences and hard feelings. Establishing a casual contact with your employees, assistants, or even friends can turn out to be very important. It’s better to interact with people when they are in a more relaxed, less pressure-packed environment. You create a sense of commitment, collaboration, and community. You can also gain access to vital information necessary to make effective decisions. To gain the trust and respect of people you can build strong alliances on both personal and professional levels. That way your people can get to know you so they could know how to respond in any given situation, what you want, demand, and need. Being that studies in the field of leadership recognize and stress the need for building strong interpersonal relationships and bonds, I am without a doubt convinced that this life lesson I have grasped will be of great assistance to me for future jobs, in my personal life, and career.
1. -Arduous: requiring great exertion; laborious. Synonym: backbreaking
-Spurious: not genuine, authentic, or true; not from the claimed, pretended.
synonym: fake
-Arsenal: a place of storage or a magazine containing arms and military equipment for land or naval service.
Synonym: armory
2. Lincoln has many adjectives to describe him but one I think really stands out to me is that he is had fortitude. He was very determined and has the strength of mind to face any challenges thrown at him. "During the Wilderness campaign, Lincoln was spotted going to from office to office trying to get information. And there are numerous reports of Lincoln spending all night at the War Department monitoring the plans and strategic details of major operations." That shows that Lincoln is committed to making things work. His hands-on, personal approach to doing things right is what made him so determined. Like they say if you want it done right, do it yourself.
3. One life lesson I learned was that you never have to give up. Lincoln tried countless times finding a general that would actually do something and had the same vision has he did. But in the end without deviating from his basic philosophy regarding persuasion, support, and delegation it ended up paying off and he got the general he wanted. This is a good lesson for me because in the future i would just have to keep on trying and never give up. This is useful for any situation in life especially in the future when I have a job and I'll have to be going through that same situation as well.
1. Piqued- v. To arouse resentment in. Synonym: Irritate
Spurious- adj. Not genuine or authenticated. Synonym: Inauthentic
Bunglingy- adj. To handle badly. Synonym: Clumsy.
2. I consider Abraham Lincoln to be REAL. In the New International Websters Quick Reference Dictionary Notebook, real is defined as genuine and that was exactly what President Lincoln was. Lincoln wanted to be the best president he could be so he went out and met with his troops and met his troops generals and got to know first hand what was going on with the country he was leading. He visited numerous sick people and funerals and he made sure he had the peoples trust. He loved meeting with all of the citizens and he always accepted a citizens call for him because he wanted to have that idividuals respect and frienship. Lincoln was a purely genuine person and president.
3. A life lesson I learned is that if you are going to be a leader you need know what your people like and hate and have to be able to be genuine in wanting to know more about your people. If a person with a leadership role does this then the bond between the leader and the follower will become unbreakable and it would make it was easier for the leader to lead. All in all, KNOW your people BEFORE you lead them.
1) ingenuous: dissimulation; candid; sincere, synonym straightforward
immortalization: to bestow unending fame upon; synonym idolization
admiration: Respect and warm approval; synonym appercation
2)I believe that one adjective that would describe Abraham Lincolin would be headstrong. In the chart you saw that when his son Willie Lincolin died, he wasn't completely inactive as Presdient. Also, when Lincoln need important information as quicly as possible, he would take appropriate actions to make sure that information researchs him.
3) An important life lesson I've learned in the first part of Lol was if you want something done right, you have to do it yourself. Lincoln was always with Congress and was always talking to Gen. Winfield; trying to see what's the best aaction to take for the country. He never had Congress or the Senate make the choices, he always did.
(1)3 words I didn't know before:
1. Perpetuate: make continue indefinitely (preserve)
2. Bunglingly: carry out a task clumsily (incompetently)
3. Gangly: Tall and thin with slender limbs (bony)
(2) Of the many adequate adjectives to describe President Lincoln, "motivated" is one that describes most of his characteristics. He was always dedicated to succeed intrinsically. When he ran for president, he himself was motivated to "dramtically increase his ability to speak and write that he is today regarded as a model for poetic and artistic expression" Pg. 6. He rose up from family tragedy, poverty, and teasing to become one of the most admired individuals the world has ever known.
(3) One life lesson I learned (reinforced) is that though things may seem bleak, there will always exist a way out if the correct principles remain in tact. These principles include integrity, dedication, responsibility, and decisiveness to name a few. When Lincoln took presidency, he was faced with more problems than any president has ever faced; yes, this includes Obama. Despite the nightmare he inherited, the lack of respect, contacts, and back-up he faced, the impending war, and the crumbling nation, he managed to turn the nation around, win the war, gain people's respect, abolish slavery, etc.
I. Some brief words I didn’t know before where,
Ample: which means of sufficient or abundant measure, a synonym would be generous, or overflowing.
Amiability: which is having or showing pleasant, good-natured personal qualities, a synonym would be gracious.
Inept: which means generally awkward or clumsy; haplessly incompetent, a synonym would be unskillful.
II. There can be many adjectives that could be used to describe Lincoln in many ways. One of the many is intelligent. Abe was always known to be a strong brave man but above that to me he stands out to be intelligent. In the book “Lincoln on Leadership” it shows how truly intelligent he was when it stated that “He turned away very few people” being smart he acknowledged many and helped all. This made him become a better president in the eyes of the people whom he helped. It also states that “Key intelligence he had while making quick, timely, and affective decisions”. He won his people by simply being smart and knowing how to act and deal well with others.
III. One life lesson I can proudly say I learned from “Lincoln on Leadership” is that spending time with those who we do not like or agree with constantly can let us over come mountains of personal differences and hard feelings with one another. I learned that even when working with difficult people who we may not like can let us over come a huge obstacle in are path.
1) Three words I didn't know before the reading:
*Cajole: to attempt to coax or to flatter; Syn: Persuade
*Dogmas: a belief or principle; Syn: doctrine
*Coercion: Compulsion, pressure Syn: menacing
2) One adjective that can be used to describe Lincoln would be to 'label' him as a fatherly figure. He demonstrated this many times when he deals with the dilemmas his generals bring up over the course of the war. He was viewed to be a fatherly figure in the way in which he gave support and yet brought to light in a soft, yet, sincere way what they were doing wrong such as in the letters he wrote to Banks and Grant.
3) A life lesson I have learned from part one is to persuade rather than coerce. When you ask nicely, you give people and their opinions a sense of importance. Giving them that feeling allows them to feel good about themselves; therefore, they will give the best of what they have, allowing things to run much more smoothly whether you are in a working environment or a school environment. It will show people that you are open-minded and will make you come off as an approachable person.
1)
vernacular-everday language of one's country syn. speech
constreud-interpret a word or action in a particular way syn. analyze
abrasive- sharply disagreeable syn. harsh
2) One adjective that can be used is committed because he made an effort to meet people in hospitals, wounded soldiers, and attended private funerals. For example, the one were a eighteen year old woman was killed by a explosion from a federal arsenal. In the book says, “He was willing to take time out of his busy schedule to hear what people had to say.” He gained respect and trust from the people which helped him gain successful alliances.
3) If someone thinks of you in negative way and you know it, how you would deal with it? Lincoln prevailed against personal differences from Seward, Stanton. Seward and Stanton judged him and thought the worst. Lincoln held his ground, and respected them. He treated them kindly, and then they got to know each other. Soon they became allies. He didn’t give up under personal differences.
Words I did not know previously:
1) aromatics:to write erratically synonym: scribble
Hasidic: spiteful synonym: vengeful
Feeble: liveliness; promptness synonym: alertness
2) an adjective I would use to describe Lincoln would be that he was assertive. In the book, he is demonstrated many times to wait tediously for information at the telegraph office in order to act quickly over war tactics. This gave him the advantage of getting ahead of the south.
3) one life lesson I learned from part one would be to build strong alliances. when you get along with everyone, you get information faster that can benefit the job you are completing. A house divided amongst itself will get nowhere. Unity is key to progress.
1.
-Premise: A proposition supporting or helping to support a conclusion. Syn: Assumption
-Arduous: requiring great exertion; laborious; difficult. Syn: Hard
- Vernacular: expressed or written in the native language of a place. Syn: Common
2.
An adjective I would use to describe Lincoln would be “quirky.” From examples in the book describing Lincoln’s personality, he was different and far from the usual. His appearance was tall and lanky. Lincoln was quirky because he was different from everyone else and was teased because of it. His quirky personality played a role in him being such a unique and inspiring president.
3.
A life lesson I learned from part one would be that it is good to involve yourself with the people that you are working with and leading. You should show them that you care and want to take part in the activities they are performing. Lincoln did this by making the troops his number one priority and making sure that he was getting involved.
1. Three new words:
-spurious: not valid or well-founded; false
-affability: quality of being good-natured and easy to talk to; friendliness
-maxim: a saying that has some proven truth to it; aphorism
2. Along with the proper adjectives proposed by my colleagues in the previous comments, I would have to add that Lincoln is most definitely inspiring. As I read about his great accomplishments and compassionate composure, I am truly inspired and moved. Today’s image of a president does not fall far from a face on a T.V. screen or an intangible figurine. But Lincoln broke any barriers or precedents set by the leaders before him. I was moved the most when reading about the time Lincoln stood on his balcony in the pouring rain to experience, first hand, what his soldiers must endure every day. “If they can stand it, I guess I can,” he remarked.
His open-door policy and MBWA exhibit his exquisite amiability and honest interest in connecting with the American people. He wanted them to know that he approaches without fear, and welcomes their opinions. Peering over the shoulder of the decoder at the War Department’s Telegraph Office, instead of cradling himself within the protective walls of the White House, illustrates his profound motivation to keep his soldiers safe and country intact during times of turmoil. Lincoln’s take on the presidency of the United States is unique and motivational. It does, if not should, inspire not only those seeking to become great leaders, but any person hearing his story.
3. One of the many life lessons bounded within the pages of this book is illustrated in the simple quote “everyone likes a compliment”. Lincoln humbly reminds me that it is the little things in life that count the most. A small praise can lift someone’s spirit and self-esteem. It is important, not only as a prestigious leader but as a human being, to both give and receive assurance. Praising individuals for their actions appeals to the general public but, more importantly, positively affects that one person, and makes them feel that their strive is both worthwhile and part of a bigger picture.
1. Vernacular: the native speech or language of a place; jargon
Spurious: not genuine or true; phony
Arduous: requiring great exertion; difficult
2. If I had only one adjective to describe President Lincoln, it would be devoted. Lincoln was extremely devoted to preserving the union and to keeping communications open with his subordinates. Lincoln would often visit his troops and generals; he once stood on the balcony of the Willard Hotel saluting his troops in the rain saying, “If they can stand it, I guess I can.” (Phillips 19). Lincoln even informed Salmon P. Chase, the secretary of the treasury, that he was willing to violate the Constitution to preserve the Union (Phillips 44). Lincoln was so devoted, that he personally took charge of several battles and came under fire (Phillips 14).
3. The life lesson that I felt was most important in Part 1 was that if you want to be a great leader, you must get to know your followers and make them believe in your cause through honesty, integrity, and persuasion. By simply isolating yourself from your subordinates, you reduce the chances of hearing possible improvement from their observations and their willingness to put their maximum effort. If you listen to your followers and make them feel important, it increased morale and effort. I have received real life examples from my father. He has told me that his workplace suffers from poor leadership since the supervisors ignore the workers and do not fix the problems that workers warn them off. Thus, the workers feel unimportant and put forth the lowest possible effort into their work.
1. Three previously unknown words:
- estrangement: to turn away in feeling or affection; withdrawal.
- meritorious: deserving of esteem or reward; praiseworthy.
- arduous: difficult to overcome or surmount; strenuous.
2. Description of Lincoln:
- The only thing I can describe Lincoln as so far- that hasn't already been mentioned- is as an underdog. LoL mentions that Lincoln was "elected by a plurality of the popular vote" and was "viewed as a second-rate country lawyer who was completely ill-equipped and unable to handle the presidency." In the end, Lincoln became one of the most famous, well-respected, loved presidents that we have had until now. He was labeled such things such as "Savior of the Nation" and "The Railsplitter" by the media. He overcame many obstacles and was eventually rewarded for them; if that doesn't win him the previously stated description of "underdog", I don't know what will.
3. A life lesson learned:
- One has to go out and do the things that they want and enjoy because if they don't, no one else will. This was proven to me by the author himself in the preface alone. He explained that in his eagerness to learn about Lincoln and his management/leadership skills, he contacted several Lincoln-based libraries and bookshops, none of whom had much on the subject. That's when the author realizes that if there is no book written yet, that he will simply be the first to write one. This was expanded upon throughout all of Part One when it is evident that he really went and got into the research. To me that struck a chord which sings that we have to do things that we want to do, even if no one else cares, simply because we enjoy them ourselves.
- Flavia L.
1. Three words-
a. heralded:
-or person or thing that comes before
-forerun
b. bemoaned:
-to express grief over
-lament
c. oratory:
-skill in public speaking
-articulation
2. Descriptive Adjective-
Although Abraham Lincoln is many things, I would say he is definitely friendly. He was kind to everyone, people that liked him and people that didn't. This was proven in the book when it mentioned Lincoln would participate with the army. He listened to the needs fo his people and took part in what they did as well.
3. Life Lesson:
I would say the biggest life lesson I learned was, like mentioned above, being friendly. I realized that being friendly with everyone is extremely important. Even being friendly with the people you don't necessarily like, or that don't necessarily like you. This will create more friends, or alliances, and will bring you a lot farther in life.
1. Three words I didn’t know:
- Convene: To come together or assemble. Synonym: arrange
- Trek: A journey or trip involving difficulty or hardship. Synonym: walk
- Deter: To discourage or restrain from acting. Synonym: daunt
2. I would describe Lincoln as brave. Lincoln wasn’t scared to do things the way he wanted them to be done. The first reason why in my opinion he is brave is because he decided he wanted to be president when everyone else had already given up on the country staying together. For example in the introduction it states that Buchanan had given up hope on keeping the country together he was just waiting for his term to end, it also says that he left Washington saying he was “the last president of the United States.” Another reason why Lincoln is brave is because he wouldn’t maintain any distance between himself and the people ordering the military guard back to the war department. He once said: “it is important that the people know I come among them without fear.” He was constantly in public places like private funerals or with his subordinates at formal gatherings, and encouraging people to come visit him. Lincoln also spent a lot of time talking to the troops visiting his generals and men in the field.
3. A life lesson that I learned from part one of LOL was that if you want people to trust you as a leader then you need to be constantly involved with them directly. How are you supposed to trust someone you don’t know? In addition, people will trust you more if you put yourself at their level and see eye to eye with certain things.
1. a. ominous - the expression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen syn. threatening
b. empathy - the intellectual identification with or vicarious experiencing of the feelings, thoughts or attitude of another syn. appreciation
c. trek - to travel or migrate, especially slowly or with difficulty. syn. walk
2. One word to describe Lincoln i personally think is active. From what I've been reading he never stood still he was always getting something done. Even as a lawyer he would go out to discover what's going on so he can get the information first hand. while the battle of seven days, information was hard to get so he would go around from office to office trying to get information about general grant he even spent nights at the War department.
3. One lesson i have learned from LoL is keep contact with the people. To be a great leader you have to go to them and ask them what they want and you could also take a peek on what's going on in the public so you can feel like them and if something wrong is going on you can help them because you are able to relate. Also showing the public that you really care what they think they begin to trust you and they become sure that you want to make things work and are fully commited.
- Dalyn Valentin
1.Unknown words:
-Amiable: having or showing pleasant, good-natured personal qualities. Syn: Friendly, sociable.
-Secede: to withdraw formally from an alliance, federation, or association, asfrom a political union, a religious organization, etc. Syn: Withdraw
-Heralded: to indicate or signal the coming of. Syn: Messenger
2. One word describing Lincoln:
If I had to use one word to describe Lincoln it would be “trustworthy”. Lincoln was an honest person, and worked hard for little pay and never cheated people, and eventually as he grew up towns people nicked named him “honest Abe”. Since Lincoln was known to be an honest person that would make him trustworthy.
3. A life lesson I learned from the chapter of LoL would be to stay true to yourself. Lincoln was always made fun of for his awkward body since he was tall and thin, but he didn’t let it get to him. He stayed an honest person and was dedicated to his work.
1. The three words I picked from the book that I did not understand were
a) - Pertinent: Relating significantly to a certain topic or situation. ; Synonym: Applicable
b)- Spurious: Not genuine or true. ; Synonym: False
c)- Convene: For something to come together or assemble ; Synonym: gather.
2. Lincoln was many things and I believe as you read along you can find almost any positive adjectives to describe him. However, the adjective I believe suits him the best is amiable. As you read on in the book you find that Lincoln always kept the people's voices and opinions in mind. He always listened to what they had to say. For example, In the book it tells us Lincoln would always have public opinion baths. Not only this but he always kept his door open to the public so when a civilian wished to speak to him he was accessible.
3. I think as all of us keep reading this book we will find many hidden life lessons throughout the text. The life lesson Part 1 of LoL taught me is a very important one in all. You should always know any kind of information first hand if you cant depend on others to give you the right information. Whenever america was involved in a war Lincoln virtually lived in the war departments telegraph office to get direct information on what was occurring in the war. This way he was able to make accurate decisions, informing of the generals of his plans as soon as he thought of them. This teaches me that sometimes you just have to do things yourself to get them done right, which at the end of everyday is very true.
Name: Yvana V.
1. Spurious- not genuine, authentic, or true; not from the claimed, pretended, or proper source (counterfeit)
Construe- to give the meaning or intention of (interpret)
Bemoan- to regard with regret or disapproval (complain)
2. President Abraham Lincoln was many things; kind, caring, and patriotic. However, the single word that I believe describes him best is courageous. One of the best examples I can provide is this quote from his 1st inaugural address: "In your hands, my dissatisfied fellow countrymen, and not in mine, is the momentous issue of civil war. The government will not assail you.... You have no oath registered in Heaven to destroy the government, while I shall have the most solemn one to preserve, protect and defend it." Here, without any possible doubt, Lincoln clearly states his position on the impending civil war, without any room to be swayed. This is the kind of statement that he knew would make a lot of people very unhappy.
3. One thing I learned from LOL so far is that to get the people to really respect and listen to you as a leader, always make them feel that their best interest is in mind. To do this, you should be more personal, always be open to questions from your followers, sometimes with literal doors open. People tend to understand you better if they can relate to you. To bring an outside example, I think this is one of the things that makes Dr. Algaze such a good leader; he really takes the time to get to know us.
Sorry for the late post, been awfully busy. Will be catching up soon!
1. oratory- lacking authenticity synonym: artificial
ominous- threatening synonym: forbidding
fortifications- strengthening synonym: stronghold
2. An adjective I would use to describe Lincoln is amicable. I think this suits him best with his other amazing qualities. He was very friendly and always had time for anyone that wanted to see him. He would go to his subordinates homes and visit them talk to them as a friend not just professional and your done. He would go visit sick people at the hospital. Would go to the battlefield and spend time with the soldier become friends with them, when they were wounded he would go visit them at the hospital also. He went to private funerals and would give his blessing. He was nice to everyone and was always listening and talking to him or her.
3. One life lesson I learned is to listen to people, as you would want them to listen to you. You have to listen first and then be listened you cant just magically get people to listen to you when you never listen to them.
1. Excursions: a trip on a train (syn. Journey)
Unbiased: fair (syn. open minded)
Vigor: mental energy (syn. Well being)
2. Abraham Lincoln was an unbiased man in American history. Lincoln was a poor man from the start and worked his way to go to school to become a lawyer. He was the rare kind of lawyer who goes out to find out what was the problem in firsthand (pg. 15). During those times not every lawyer would do that even now sometimes. In pg. 15 it says that it’s what made he’s career successful, “Nothing is more powerful as an attorney who knows the facts”. Lincoln would go to the hospitals to see the wounded soldiers after the first battle. In pg. 20 it says the president and the first lady or the Secretary of State would go in and around Washington too see wounded soldiers.
3. The life lesson I learned in part 1 is that if you want to become a successful person in your life you must be honest and give all your time to the cause. Abe would actually go to the scene of the problem to see what really happened. It affected me because during those times not every lawyer would do spend time trying to get the facts. He was the kind of man who really was a leader and made the impossible things become possible and that’s my life lesson. In addition he showed me no matter if you had money or not, you can become someone.
By.Maria Martinez
1.Yielded-Produce
synonym-provide.
Spurious-not genuine
synonym-fake
catapult-move quickly
synonym-suddenly
2. I would describe Lincoln as humble. In page 3 of Lincoln on Leadershipit is stated "he grew up in poverty and had a binding link to the common people". Lincoln did not deny that he was poor and never forgot about the type of people he grew up with. He had a special way with the commoners because he was just like them on the inside by the way he grew up.
3. A life lesson i learned from part one of LoL is that you can be compassionate and caring without letting others step on you. Lincoln was compassionate and caring yet, when necessary could put his foot down firmly and be decisive beyond question. Sometimes i have let people walk all over me and disregard my ideas just because i didnt want to be mean but now i learned that you have to be sure about yourself and not let others put you down.
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