Question

Why did Abraham Lincoln write such a short speech for his address at Gettysburg? He was asked to make a few appropriate remarks. He was trying to motivate Union soldiers before a battle. He plans to elaborate on his remarks after the next Union victory. He is concerned that Confederate troops will attack.

Answer 1

the first one: he was asked to make a few appropriate remarks

Answer 2

I believe is is that "He was asked to make a few appropriate remarks".