Read lincoln’s first inaugural address and his letter to republican congressman james t. hale. then answer the following questions. part a in the table, describe each characteristic (tone, structure, purpose, word choice, sentence structure) of lincoln’s first inaugural address.

Tone- lincoln uses a formal, calm, firm tone with logical and emotional appeals to address the audience. structure- lincoln starts by acknowledging the fears of some southerners about the future under a republican presidency and seeks to reassure them. he then presents a series of logical arguments against secession and explains what he thinks is the correct way to proceed according to the constitution. near the end he uses emotional appeal. purpose- he mainly addresses southerners to persuade to make the right decision. word choice-  he uses words such as, union, constitutional, universal law, fundamental law, and organic law to remind southerners pf their affiliation to their country and the government. sentence structure- sentences are usually  direct and of moderate length, but some have multiple phrases and independent or subordinate clauses .