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Which state was the first to secede from the Union?
Which state was the first to secede from the Union?
The Civil War was fought solely over the issue of states' rights.
The Civil War was fought solely over the issue of states' rights.
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What was the significance of the Emancipation Proclamation?
What was the significance of the Emancipation Proclamation?
It declared the freedom of all slaves in Confederate-held territory.
The ______ was the primary military conflict between the Northern and Southern states from 1861 to 1865.
The ______ was the primary military conflict between the Northern and Southern states from 1861 to 1865.
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Match the following individuals with their roles during the Civil War:
Match the following individuals with their roles during the Civil War:
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Which of the following battles is considered a turning point in the Civil War?
Which of the following battles is considered a turning point in the Civil War?
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The 13th Amendment abolished slavery in the United States.
The 13th Amendment abolished slavery in the United States.
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What was the Anaconda Plan?
What was the Anaconda Plan?
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What was the significance of the Battle of Gettysburg?
What was the significance of the Battle of Gettysburg?
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The Homestead Act of 1862 provided free land to settlers in the Eastern territories.
The Homestead Act of 1862 provided free land to settlers in the Eastern territories.
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Who was the Union General during the Siege of Vicksburg?
Who was the Union General during the Siege of Vicksburg?
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Sherman's March to the Sea was aimed at crippling the Confederate war effort by moving from __________ to __________.
Sherman's March to the Sea was aimed at crippling the Confederate war effort by moving from __________ to __________.
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Match the following events with their significance:
Match the following events with their significance:
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What was the main purpose of the Internal Revenue Act of 1862?
What was the main purpose of the Internal Revenue Act of 1862?
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Sherman's March to the Sea was primarily a military campaign aimed at peace negotiations.
Sherman's March to the Sea was primarily a military campaign aimed at peace negotiations.
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Which President signed the Homestead Act into law?
Which President signed the Homestead Act into law?
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Who led the Confederacy during the Civil War?
Who led the Confederacy during the Civil War?
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The Emancipation Proclamation only affected border states loyal to the Union.
The Emancipation Proclamation only affected border states loyal to the Union.
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What was the outcome of the Battle of Antietam?
What was the outcome of the Battle of Antietam?
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The 13th Amendment legally ended __________ in the United States.
The 13th Amendment legally ended __________ in the United States.
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Match the following figures with their significance:
Match the following figures with their significance:
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What was the primary goal of the Anaconda Plan?
What was the primary goal of the Anaconda Plan?
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The first battle of the Civil War took place at Fort Sumter.
The first battle of the Civil War took place at Fort Sumter.
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What did the Gettysburg Address emphasize?
What did the Gettysburg Address emphasize?
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Senator John J. Crittenden proposed the __________ to prevent the Civil War.
Senator John J. Crittenden proposed the __________ to prevent the Civil War.
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Which of the following states was a loyal border state?
Which of the following states was a loyal border state?
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Ironclads were wooden naval ships used for the first time in combat during the Civil War.
Ironclads were wooden naval ships used for the first time in combat during the Civil War.
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What was the significance of the Confederacy’s defeat in the Civil War?
What was the significance of the Confederacy’s defeat in the Civil War?
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African American soldiers primarily fought for the Union after the __________ Proclamation.
African American soldiers primarily fought for the Union after the __________ Proclamation.
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Study Notes
Civil War Vocabulary and Skills Study Notes
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Secession: Southern states formally withdrew from the Union in 1860-1861, leading to the Civil War. South Carolina was first. Motivations included preserving slavery and states' rights.
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The Civil War: A conflict (1861-1865) between the Union (North) and Confederacy (South) over slavery, states' rights, and secession. Fought across the US.
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The Union: The Northern states, led by Lincoln, fought to preserve the United States and later to abolish slavery. Consisted of free states and loyal border states.
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The Confederacy: Southern states that seceded, led by Jefferson Davis. Formed a government to preserve slavery and states' rights.
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Emancipation Proclamation: An executive order by Lincoln (January 1, 1863), freeing slaves in Confederate territory. This fundamentally shifted the war's focus and allowed African Americans to join the Union military.
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Gettysburg Address: A short, powerful speech by Lincoln (November 19, 1863) at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania cemetery, emphasizing national unity and equality.
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13th Amendment: Abolished slavery in the US (ratified in 1865), excluding instances of punishment for crime.
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Abraham Lincoln (as President): 16th US President (1861-1865), leading the Union through the Civil War, preserving the nation, and abolishing slavery. Essential to Union victory.
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Crittenden Compromise: A failed attempt (December 1860) to avoid war by allowing slavery in territories south of 36°30' line, highlighting the deep divisions.
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Fort Sumter: Site of the first Civil War battle (April 12-13, 1861), where Confederate forces fired upon a Union garrison in Charleston Harbor, South Carolina, beginning the war.
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Jefferson Davis: President of the Confederacy (1861-1865), championing states' rights and slavery. Led Confederate efforts during the war.
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Loyal Border States: Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, and later West Virginia, slave states that remained loyal to the Union. Vital to the Union's war effort.
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Anaconda Plan: Union strategy (1861) to defeat the Confederacy by blockading Southern ports and controlling the Mississippi River. Successfully weakened the South.
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George McClellan: Union general, known for organizing the Army of the Potomac. Cautious approach frustrated Lincoln.
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First Battle of Bull Run: First major Civil War battle (July 21, 1861) at Manassas, Virginia. Confederate victory, shattering Northern hopes for a quick victory.
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Robert E. Lee: Confederate general, commander of the Army of Northern Virginia. Renowned for tactics, but surrender at Appomattox signaled the end of the Confederacy.
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Battle of Antietam: Bloodiest single-day battle (September 17, 1862), Union victory near Sharpsburg, Maryland, enabling Lincoln to issue the Emancipation Proclamation.
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Ulysses S. Grant: Union general, known for aggressive tactics, secured Union victory, and accepted Lee’s surrender at Appomattox.
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Ironclads: Warships with iron plating (1862), revolutionizing naval warfare, giving the Union advantage at sea.
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Role of Blacks in Military (During Civil War): African American soldiers and laborers fought for the Union, contributing significantly, especially after the Emancipation Proclamation.
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Battle of Gettysburg: Decisive Union victory (July 1-3, 1863) at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, ending Lee’s invasion of the North and boosting Union morale.
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Battle of Vicksburg: Union siege (May 18-July 4, 1863), seizing Vicksburg, Mississippi, giving the Union control of the Mississippi River.
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Homestead Act 1862: Provided 160 acres of free land in western territories to settlers, promoting westward expansion and economic growth.
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Internal Revenue Act 1862: Established the first federal income tax, financing the Union war effort.
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Sherman's March to the Sea: Union General Sherman's campaign of destruction through Georgia (November-December 1864), weakening the South.
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Appomattox Court House: Site of Lee's surrender to Grant (April 9, 1865), effectively ending the Civil War and marking the beginning of Reconstruction.
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Test your knowledge of key terms and concepts related to the Civil War. This quiz covers important vocabulary, events, and figures that shaped the conflict from secession to the Emancipation Proclamation. Perfect for students seeking to deepen their understanding of this pivotal era in American history.
