Question

Read this sentence from Abraham Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address: . . . let us strive on to finish the work we are in; to bind up the nation's wounds; to care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan - to do all which may achieve and cherish a just, and a lasting peace, among ourselves, and with all nations. What does the word cherish mean as used in this sentence? (4 points) Adore Harbor Idolize Nurture

Answer 1

nurture!!!! just took the test i am right

Answer 2

The meaning of the word cherish is related to act of taking care of someone or something. In this case Abraham Lincoln encourages the audience to take care the peace people have achieved. From the list of words, the word nurture also conveys the idea of taking care of someone or something as it is developing. Therefore, the word "cherish" as used in this sentence means "nurture".