Steps The The Civil War
Chapter 20: Steps to the Civil War
- 1.
What territory brought controversy when it wanted to join the union as a slave state in 1820?
- A.
Mississippi
- B.
Missouri
- C.
Maine
- D.
Nebraska
Correct Answer
B. MissouriExplanation
In 1820, the territory of Missouri brought controversy when it wanted to join the union as a slave state. This controversy arose due to the delicate balance between free and slave states in the United States at that time. The admission of Missouri as a slave state would upset this balance and potentially give more political power to the pro-slavery faction. This controversy eventually led to the Missouri Compromise, which allowed Missouri to enter as a slave state but also admitted Maine as a free state to maintain the balance.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What was a the Tallmadge Amendment?
- A.
A failed amendment making that would have made Missouri a free state.
- B.
An addition to a bill making all the territory received from the Mexican Cession free territory
- C.
An amendment creating fugitive slave laws
- D.
A bill condemning John Brown
Correct Answer
A. A failed amendment making that would have made Missouri a free state.Explanation
The Tallmadge Amendment was a failed amendment that would have made Missouri a free state. This means that if the amendment had passed, Missouri would have been admitted to the Union as a state without allowing slavery. However, the amendment did not receive enough support and was ultimately unsuccessful.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What free state was admitted to the union in the Missouri Compromise?
- A.
Massachusetts
- B.
Idaho
- C.
California
- D.
Maine
Correct Answer
D. MaineExplanation
Maine was admitted to the union in the Missouri Compromise. The Missouri Compromise was a legislation passed in 1820 that aimed to maintain the balance between free and slave states in the United States. It allowed Missouri to enter the union as a slave state and Maine as a free state, thus preserving the balance of power between the North and the South.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Inspired by the Second Great Awakening, who wrote the abolitionist book Uncle Tom's Cabin?
- A.
Harriet Tubman
- B.
Harriet Beacher Stowe
- C.
Louisa Alcott
- D.
Edna Millford
Correct Answer
B. Harriet Beacher StoweExplanation
Harriet Beecher Stowe wrote the abolitionist book Uncle Tom's Cabin. This novel was published in 1852 and had a significant impact on the abolitionist movement in the United States. Uncle Tom's Cabin depicted the harsh realities of slavery and helped to humanize enslaved people, sparking empathy and outrage among readers. The book became a bestseller and contributed to the growing anti-slavery sentiment in the country, ultimately playing a role in the lead-up to the American Civil War.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Which one did NOT happen in the Compromise of 1850
- A.
Washington D.C. abolished all slavery within its borders
- B.
California became a free state
- C.
The territory known as the Mexican Cession became slave territory
- D.
The U.S. Legislature passed new laws known as the fugitive slave laws
Correct Answer
A. Washington D.C. abolished all slavery within its bordersExplanation
In the Compromise of 1850, several measures were enacted to address the issue of slavery. California did become a free state, and new laws known as the fugitive slave laws were passed by the U.S. Legislature. Additionally, the territory known as the Mexican Cession was divided into New Mexico and Utah, and the question of whether they would allow slavery was left to popular sovereignty. However, Washington D.C. did not abolish all slavery within its borders as part of the compromise.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Because he wanted to build a railroad across the continent, this man thought up the Kansas-Nebraska Act.
- A.
Abe Lincoln
- B.
Steven Douglas
- C.
Steven Butler
- D.
Charles Sumner
Correct Answer
B. Steven DouglasExplanation
Steven Douglas is the correct answer because he was the one who proposed the Kansas-Nebraska Act. This act allowed for the territories of Kansas and Nebraska to decide for themselves whether or not to allow slavery, which ultimately led to increased tensions between pro-slavery and anti-slavery factions and contributed to the outbreak of the American Civil War.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The Kansas Nebraska Act lead to violence because
- A.
It allowed the people in the territories to vote if they wanted to be a free or slave state
- B.
It made both states slave states
- C.
It made Kansas and free state and Nebraska a slave state
- D.
It set all slaves in those territories free
Correct Answer
A. It allowed the people in the territories to vote if they wanted to be a free or slave stateExplanation
The Kansas-Nebraska Act allowed the people in the territories to vote if they wanted to be a free or slave state. This led to violence because it ignited a fierce rivalry between pro-slavery and anti-slavery factions. Both sides flooded the territories to influence the voting outcome, resulting in clashes and confrontations. This intense competition and the subsequent violence became known as "Bleeding Kansas." The act's provision of popular sovereignty exacerbated tensions and deepened the divide between the North and the South, ultimately contributing to the outbreak of the Civil War.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which is NOT true about the Dred Scott decision
- A.
The Supreme Court decided an African-American was not and never could be a citizen
- B.
The Supreme Court said the Missouri Compromise was unconstitutional
- C.
The Supreme Court said that if a slave went to a free territory for five years they were indeed free.
- D.
They Supreme Court concluded that slaves or former slaves cannot file law suits in court
Correct Answer
C. The Supreme Court said that if a slave went to a free territory for five years they were indeed free.Explanation
The Dred Scott decision is known for its controversial ruling that an African-American could not be a citizen and therefore did not have the right to sue in federal court. Additionally, the Supreme Court declared the Missouri Compromise unconstitutional, which had prohibited slavery in certain territories. However, the statement that the Supreme Court said that if a slave went to a free territory for five years they were indeed free is not true. The court ruled that slaves remained property even if they were taken to free territories, and their status did not change.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What did people in the South think of John Brown?
- A.
The say him as a hero
- B.
They respected him for fighting for what he believed in
- C.
They thought he would be a good replacement for Stephen Douglass
- D.
They feared him and his actions and thought he was a terrorist
Correct Answer
D. They feared him and his actions and thought he was a terroristExplanation
The people in the South feared John Brown and considered him a terrorist because of his actions. He was known for his violent and radical approach in fighting against slavery, including the infamous raid on Harpers Ferry. His actions were seen as a threat to the social order and economy of the South, which heavily relied on slave labor. Therefore, the people in the South did not view him as a hero or someone to be respected, but rather as a dangerous figure who posed a threat to their way of life.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Which is NOT true about the election of 1860?
- A.
Lincoln won by a landslide becoming one of the more popular presidents ever
- B.
The Democratic vote was split between two different democratic candidates
- C.
Lincoln became the first Republican president elected.
- D.
Lincoln won with none of the southern states voting for him
Correct Answer
A. Lincoln won by a landslide becoming one of the more popular presidents everExplanation
The statement that Lincoln won by a landslide becoming one of the more popular presidents ever is not true about the election of 1860. While Lincoln did win the election, he did not win by a landslide. He won with only 40% of the popular vote and did not receive a single electoral vote from the southern states. Additionally, his presidency was highly controversial and divisive, leading to the outbreak of the Civil War.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Lincoln was a strong abolitionist.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. False -
- 12.
In December of 1860, what was the first state to secede?
- A.
Alabama
- B.
South Carolina
- C.
Kansas
- D.
Virginia
Correct Answer
B. South CarolinaExplanation
South Carolina was the first state to secede in December of 1860. This means that it was the first state to formally withdraw from the United States and declare independence.Rate this question:
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- 13.
What fort was attacked starting the Civil War?
- A.
Fort Brag
- B.
Fort Sumter
- C.
Harpers Ferry
- D.
Fort Wayne
Correct Answer
B. Fort SumterExplanation
Fort Sumter was attacked starting the Civil War. This fort, located in South Carolina, was a strategic location for the Union army. The attack on Fort Sumter by Confederate forces marked the beginning of the Civil War on April 12, 1861. The Confederate forces bombarded the fort for two days until the Union soldiers surrendered. This event was a significant turning point in American history, leading to a long and bloody conflict between the Union and Confederate states.Rate this question:
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- 14.
In general, how did Americans feel about the fugitive slave laws passed by Congress?
- A.
Most American disliked them
- B.
Northerners hated it and southerners were happy they got their slaves back
- C.
Both sides thought it was fair.
- D.
Only abolitionists didn't like it
Correct Answer
A. Most American disliked themExplanation
Americans in general had a negative perception of the fugitive slave laws passed by Congress. This is evident from the statement that "Most Americans disliked them." The passage suggests that the sentiment towards these laws was not divided along regional lines, as both Northerners and Southerners had negative opinions about them. The answer also implies that the only group that consistently opposed these laws were the abolitionists.Rate this question:
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