John
and Abigail Adams
The
letters between John and Abigail Adams provide rare insights into life
in America more than 200 years ago.
Go to http://www.whitehouse.gov/WH/glimpse/presidents/html/
ja2.html. Who was John Adams? What role did he play during the
Revolutionary War? What problems did he have during his presidency?
Return to the top of this Web page and click on "Abigail Smith Adams."
Describe her life during the time of the Revolution. How did she help
Martha Washington?
Complete this sentence: Abigail Adams leaves her country a remarkable
record as a patriot and first lady, wife of one President and .
Go to http://www.sbaonline.sba.gov/womeninbusiness/fame.html.
Explain why Mrs. Adams is honored in The Women's National Hall of Fame.
Extension Activity
Pretend you are Abigail Adams. Write a letter to John Adams about
one part of your life.
Teacher's Notes
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