Do You Know All About Civil War?

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    Prior to and during the Civil War, The South:

    • Had 90% of the nation's factories
    • Had more people with roughly 22 million at the outbreak of war
    • Had a strong military tradition with 7 of the nation's 8 military colleges
    • Had most of the nation's shipyards
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The American Civil War is one of the most critical parts of the American History. It shaped a lot of the things. How much knowledge do you have on the subject? Find out below and all the best.

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  • 2. 

    Which infamous Civil War General is remembered for ransacking houses, burning crops, and killing cattle on his March to the Sea.  

    • Sherman

    • Lee

    • Pickett

    • Grant

    Correct Answer
    A. Sherman
    Explanation
    Sherman is the correct answer because he is infamous for his destructive "March to the Sea" campaign during the Civil War. He led Union forces through Georgia, deliberately targeting civilian infrastructure and resources. Sherman's troops ransacked houses, burned crops, and killed cattle in order to demoralize the Confederate population and cripple their ability to continue the war effort. This brutal strategy became known as "total war" and is a significant aspect of Sherman's legacy.

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  • 3. 

    Reportedly, President Lincoln's advisors warned him not to appear unescorted in public.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    President Lincoln's advisors warned him not to appear unescorted in public because of the heightened risk of assassination during the Civil War. As the President of the United States, Lincoln was a prime target for Confederate sympathizers and other enemies. By being accompanied by a security detail or at least one trusted individual, Lincoln could reduce the chances of an assassination attempt and ensure his safety while in public. This precautionary measure was taken to protect the President's life and maintain stability during a tumultuous period in American history.

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  • 4. 

    Which of the following technologies was not used during the Civil War?

    • The telegraph

    • Balloons

    • Conoidal bullets

    • Poison gas

    • Ironclads

    Correct Answer
    A. Poison gas
    Explanation
    During the Civil War, various new technologies were employed, including the telegraph, balloons, conoidal bullets, and ironclads. However, poison gas was not used during this period. Poison gas was first used as a weapon in World War I, not during the Civil War.

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  • 5. 

    While the economic hardships of the Civil War began to wear down the morale of Northerners, the South experienced an economic boom.  

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    During the Civil War, the economic hardships affected both the North and the South. The war had a devastating impact on the Southern economy as it relied heavily on agriculture, which was disrupted due to the conflict. The Union blockade also hindered the South's ability to trade and export goods. On the other hand, the North experienced an economic boom during the war due to increased industrial production and government spending. Therefore, the statement that the South experienced an economic boom during the Civil War is false.

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  • 6. 

    Why did President Lincoln want the Union army to capture Vicksburg?

    • To surround the South and destroy its system of railroads

    • To cut the South in two and control the Mississippi River

    Correct Answer
    A. To cut the South in two and control the Mississippi River
    Explanation
    President Lincoln wanted the Union army to capture Vicksburg in order to cut the South in two and control the Mississippi River. By gaining control of the river, the Union would effectively split the Confederacy and limit its ability to transport troops and supplies. This strategic move would also isolate the western Confederate states from the rest of the South, weakening their overall position and potentially leading to the collapse of the Confederacy.

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  • 7. 

    The _______ permitted African Americans to enlist in the Union forces.

    • Civil Rights Act of 1866

    • Emancipation Proclamation

    • Plessy v. Ferguson Supreme Court Case

    • Gettysburg Address

    Correct Answer
    A. Emancipation Proclamation
    Explanation
    The Emancipation Proclamation was a document issued by President Abraham Lincoln during the American Civil War. It declared that all slaves in Confederate territory were to be set free. While it did not immediately grant full civil rights to African Americans, it did permit them to enlist in the Union forces and fight against the Confederacy. The Emancipation Proclamation was a significant step towards the eventual abolition of slavery and the recognition of African American rights.

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  • 8. 

    Pickett's Charge failed to break Union lines and resulted in heavy casualties.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Pickett's Charge refers to a failed Confederate assault during the Battle of Gettysburg in the American Civil War. The charge was led by General George Pickett and aimed to break the Union lines. However, it was unsuccessful, resulting in heavy casualties for the Confederate forces. This statement accurately reflects the outcome of Pickett's Charge, making the answer "True."

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  • 9. 

    What was the outcome of the Battle of Gettysburg?

    • The British decided to sell ships to the Union

    • The British wanted to support the Union

    • The British decided not to support the Confederacy

    • The British began to support the Confederacy

    Correct Answer
    A. The British decided not to support the Confederacy
    Explanation
    During the Battle of Gettysburg, the British made the decision not to support the Confederacy. This suggests that they chose not to provide assistance or resources to the Confederate forces. The outcome of the battle likely influenced their decision, as the Union's victory may have made it clear that supporting the Confederacy would not be a wise choice.

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  • 10. 

    Why did General Grant decide to capture Petersburg?

    • It would cut the only rail line into Richmond, the Confederate capital

    • It would distract the Confederates which allowed Colonel Benjamin Grierson to conduct raids throughout Mississippi.

    • It would seal off Mobile Bay, preventing blockade runners from using any port in the Gulf of Mexico

    Correct Answer
    A. It would cut the only rail line into Richmond, the Confederate capital
    Explanation
    General Grant decided to capture Petersburg because it would cut off the only rail line into Richmond, the Confederate capital. This would severely disrupt the Confederate supply lines and make it difficult for them to receive reinforcements and supplies. By cutting off this crucial transportation route, Grant hoped to weaken the Confederate forces and ultimately bring an end to the war.

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  • 11. 

    Both the North and the South had to act quickly to raise money for the war.  In addition to controlling the national treasury, the Confederacy could expect continued revenue from tariffs - taxes on imported goods.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because the Confederacy did not have control over the national treasury. Additionally, they did not have the ability to collect revenue from tariffs as they were not recognized as a legitimate government by other countries. Therefore, both the North and the South had to find alternative ways to raise money for the war.

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  • 12. 

    During the Civil War, prisoners of war (POW), or soldiers captured by the enemy in battle, suffered terribly.  After the Emancipation Proclamation, the Confederacy announced that they would _______.

    • Set African American POW's free in exchange for ransom

    • Exchange African American POW's for White American POW's

    • Re-enslave or execute all African American troops captured in battle

    Correct Answer
    A. Re-enslave or execute all African American troops captured in battle
    Explanation
    After the Emancipation Proclamation, the Confederacy announced that they would re-enslave or execute all African American troops captured in battle. This was a cruel and discriminatory act that reflected the Confederacy's refusal to acknowledge the freedom of African Americans and their determination to maintain the institution of slavery. This policy further intensified the suffering and mistreatment experienced by African American prisoners of war during the Civil War.

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  • 13. 

    After the successful capture of Chattanooga, Lincoln

    • Made Ulysses S. Grant General in chief of the Army

    • Issued the Emancipation Proclamation

    • Began negotiations for peace with the Confederacy

    • Recalled General Sherman to Washington D.C.

    Correct Answer
    A. Made Ulysses S. Grant General in chief of the Army
    Explanation
    After the successful capture of Chattanooga, Lincoln made Ulysses S. Grant General in chief of the Army. This decision was significant because Grant had proven himself as a capable military leader and had achieved several victories for the Union. By appointing Grant as the General in chief, Lincoln ensured that the Union Army would have a strong and effective leader to coordinate military operations and ultimately bring an end to the Civil War. Grant's appointment also demonstrated Lincoln's confidence in his abilities and his commitment to winning the war.

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  • 14. 

    In 1861___________, the first female physician in the U.S., started the nation's first training program for nurses.  It was her work that led to the creation of the United States Sanitary Commission.

    • Elizabeth Blackwell

    • Susan B. Anthony

    • Florence Nightingale

    • Clara Barton

    Correct Answer
    A. Elizabeth Blackwell
    Explanation
    Elizabeth Blackwell, the first female physician in the U.S., started the nation's first training program for nurses. Her work led to the creation of the United States Sanitary Commission.

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  • 15. 

    Which of the following was not mentioned in the reading as a short-term consequence of the Civil War? 

    • It reinforced the sectional divide between the North and the South

    • It strengthened the power of the federal government over the states

    • It began the process of ending slavery

    • It devastated the South socially and economically

    Correct Answer
    A. It reinforced the sectional divide between the North and the South
    Explanation
    The reading mentioned that the Civil War had short-term consequences such as strengthening the power of the federal government over the states, beginning the process of ending slavery, and devastating the South socially and economically. However, it did not mention that the Civil War reinforced the sectional divide between the North and the South.

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