Which of the following was the intent of President Lincoln's second inaugural address?

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blame the war on the southern white civilians

blame the war on the southern white civilians

help the nation heal from the effects of the war

help the nation heal from the effects of the war

make the South pay for all the damage and destruction caused by the war

make the South pay for all the damage and destruction caused by the war

express his concern about the ability for the nation to come together as one again

express his concern about the ability for the nation to come together as one again

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The intent of President Lincoln's second inaugural address was to help the nation heal from the effects of the war. In his speech, Lincoln emphasized reconciliation and the need to move forward as a united nation, rather than placing blame or seeking retribution.