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Abraham Lincoln overcame a bunch of challenges in his life. He had a hard life until he finally persevered. Abraham Lincoln exemplified perseverance by overcoming his rough childhood, his lack of education, and his need for a job.
 * Abraham Lincoln**

Abraham Lincoln overcame his rough childhood. His childhood was very sad, he had to walk nine miles to and from school through the woods with animals running freely. Abraham's dad didnt think that Abraham should go to school so it made it harder for Abe because his dad wouldnt help him. Although, his mom was very supportive to Abe. Even though his mom died when he was 9 his step mom still encouraged him to read and do his schoolwork. His step mom helped him with his schoolwork so he could be successful.

Abraham Lincoln overcame his lack of education. His dad didnt support him and his schoolwork. His mom and soon step mom were the onley people to support him and his schoolwork. His mom died and then he got a step mom which probley made him do bad for a couple days cause of his moms death. He persevered by getting a store clerk job.

Abraham Lincoln overcame a need for a job. He was a store clerk but the store failed. He had a minimum waige boat job. Then tried to get a seat in the illinoise legestlator but didnt get it. Then ran for president and got it!

Abraham Lincoln had a rough time growing up. He finally perservered by being elected the 16th president of the United states of America. Then got reelected to be president the next year. Abraham Lincoln overcame his rough child hood, his lack of education, and his need for a job.

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 * References:**

Humphrey, S. (2005). //Dare to dream: 25 extraordinary lifes//. (pp. 1-3). New york: Prometheus.

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