1. And it is not only about this, it is also about still honoring the dead. how we are now one nation; not divided at all.
Let’s Make an Animoto
You will apply “The Gettysburg Address” to citizens of, the United States, today.
Follow the directions below to complete the activity.
After re-reading Lincoln’s “Gettysburg Address” you are to create an Animoto answering the following question:
How does the Gettysburg Address apply to citizens today?
Here are some guiding statements to help you along the way.
It is always worth remembering the ideals upon which your nation is founded.
The themes and values of the Gettysburg Address, namely freedom and democracy, transcend time.
and we have been given a voice which we should use for the betterment of the county. 
The government should always act in the interests of its people - and when it does not, it is time for a change.
And it is not only about this, it is also about still honoring the dead. how we are now one nation; not divided at all.
Animoto directions:
Create a 30 second video.  
Your video should include the following:
(Be sure to make clear the application of “The Gettysburg Address” to citizens today.)
A title slide (including your name(s)
Slide two should represent a. (guiding statement)
Slide three should represent b. (guiding statement)
Slide four should represent c. (guiding statement)
Slide five should represent d. (guiding statement)
Slide six should represent e. (guiding statement)
Slide seven is a closing slide of your choice
Use the Spotlight tool on at least two of your pictures
Include text on all slides (but limit the amount of text to one sentence per slide)
Download your video or it to yourself.
Type in  the address bar or click the link.
This task uses:
Common Core/NG Standard(s): SL. 3.8 Delineate a speaker’s argument and specific claims, evaluating the soundness of the reasoning and relevance and sufficiency of the evidence and identifying when irrelevant evidence is introduced. SL. 5.8Integrate multimedia and visual displays into presentations to clarify information, strengthen claims and evidence, and add interest.
TEACHER NOTES:
Teacher’s name/
School: F. K. White Middle School
Grade Level/Subject: 8th Grade English
Task Card Level: 2
Special Directions/Considerations:
Activity Evaluation: See Attached Rubric
Prerequisites for students: Compare and Contrast, having read the text prior to lesson Text being used (Holt): p. 480

2. Animoto Rubric CATEGORY Excellent Good Fair Unacceptable
Textual References
The video includes relevant and accurate quotations and references from the speech. The video is centered around these quotations and the video accurately represents the meaning behind these quotations.
The video includes relevant and accurate quotations and references from the speech; however a few lapses may occur. The video is centered around these quotations and the video accurately represents the meaning behind these quotations. Lapses are present but minimal.
The video quotations and references from the speech. The video attempts to make reference, but lapses are obvious and take away from the quality of the work.
Quotations are not included or are grossly misrepresented.
Visuals
The images and photos that accompany the quotes in the video are brilliantly selected. They accurately portray the meaning of Lincoln's speech.
The images and photos that accompany the quotes are acceptable. They accurately portray the meaning of Lincoln's speech with some lapses occurring.
The images and photos that accompany the quotes are marginal. They attempt to portray the meaning of Lincoln's speech but lapses occur taking away from the overall quality of the work.
Images are inaccurate or not included.
Originality
The video reflects advanced, original thought. It is an original, unique perspective of Lincoln’s speech.
The video reflects some original thought. It shows some originality, but some excerpts might be questionable.
The originality is there, but it is marginal. Several excerpts are questionable.
The video is not authentic and does not show the unique point of view of its creator.
Appealing Value
Excellent attention to pretty detail. The visuals well enhance the work and everything flows seamlessly.
Good attention to pretty detail. The visuals well enhance the work and everything flow but lapses may be present.
Some attention to pretty detail. The visuals are there, but they may seem out of place in the final product.
Little to no care in regard to overall quality. Visuals do not enhance, but distract.
Written accuracy
The quotes and personal commentary show accurate language use. The point of "argument" is clearly made.
The quotes and personal commentary show reasonable language use. The point of "argument" is minimally flawed.
The quotes and personal commentary include language flaws that distract from overall quality. The point of "argument" includes flaws that take away from the overall quality of the work.
Language use is severely flawed. No "argument" or point present.