How does lincoln convey the idea that the federal
government's position on slavery before the war was
reasonable and measured?

The correct answer is he depicts the federal government as merely wanting to act within its rights to limit slavery not abolish it took the test this was the right answer.

it can be many reasons such as they could want they're family to live and explore more two. might just want to be nice.

3.some say for the greater good or future.

4. they might want to have they're baby,kid,family explore more. people just sacrifice.

true fact:

someone is sacrificed everyday.