Reconstruction Assessment Quiz

The Compromise of 1850 addressed the issue of slavery's expansion by allowing territories to decide whether to allow slavery through popular vote.

The Fugitive Slave Act, a part of the Compromise of 1850, required the return of escaped slaves to their owners, even in free states, sparking controversy and fueling tensions.

John Brown's raid on Harper's Ferry, an attempt to start an armed slave rebellion in 1859, further escalated tensions between North and South.

The poem mentioned likely referred to the Shenandoah Valley, located in Virginia, a significant battleground during the Civil War.

The Gettysburg Address, delivered by Abraham Lincoln in 1863, was initially not widely recognized for its significance but later became a cornerstone of American rhetoric and a testament to the principles of equality and liberty.

The Battle of Gettysburg, a major turning point in the Civil War, was fought in Pennsylvania and marked the Confederacy's last attempt to invade the North.

The Battle of Gettysburg is known as the

Reconstruction, the period following the Civil War (1865-1877), aimed to rebuild the nation and integrate former Confederate states back into the Union. This process was marked by great uncertainty and instability.

A 19th-century federal law that allowed individuals to claim up to 160 acres of unappropriated public land for a small fee—encouraging westward expansion and settlement.

A law passed in 1862 that established land-grant colleges, funded by the sale of federal lands, to promote agricultural and mechanical education.

A presidential proclamation that declared the freedom of enslaved people in Confederate-held territories, issued in 1863.

The battle that took place in September 1862, where the Union forces achieved a strategic victory, prompting Lincoln to issue the Emancipation Proclamation.

A document that proclaimed the freedom of enslaved people in Confederate-held territories, emphasizing the moral imperative to end slavery.

The core idea of equality and equal rights, particularly in this context, referring to the idea of equal rights for all people regardless of race or status.

A political ideology that emphasizes the importance of individual rights and freedoms.

The right of a government or people to govern themselves independently without external interference or control. In this context, it refers to the South's belief that states could choose to secede from the Union.

A political party formed mainly by Southern states, supporting states' rights and resisting federal government interference, particularly concerning slavery.

The action of a state refusing to follow federal law, claiming it's unconstitutional or invalid. This was prominent in the case of South Carolina and its refusal to comply with laws and tariffs imposed by the federal government.

The belief that a nation should avoid involvement in foreign affairs and international alliances.

A political party in the 1850s, seeking to expand slavery into new territories and opposing the abolition of slavery in existing states.

A series of laws enacted during the Civil War and Reconstruction Era, defining citizenship for African Americans and granting them basic rights.

The period following the American Civil War, focused on rebuilding the nation, restoring Southern states to the Union, and addressing the social and economic challenges of a nation fractured by war.

A set of amendments to the U.S. Constitution passed during Reconstruction, aimed at ensuring civil rights and equality for formerly enslaved people.

A system of labor in the post-Civil War South where freedmen worked the land owned by white landowners, sharing the crops with them. This often led to debt and exploitation.

The period of Reconstruction following the Civil War where the federal government imposed military rule on the South.

A period of economic growth and prosperity in the United States from the 1870s to the early 1900s, characterized by industrialization and urbanization. It is often portrayed as a time of material success, but also of corruption and inequality.

A political movement of farmers and laborers in the late 19th century that advocated for government regulations to protect farmers and workers from exploitation.

The idea that the South, despite losing the Civil War, was able to maintain its social and economic dominance through a system of racial segregation and economic exploitation.

A period of reconstruction that focused on economic growth and industrialization, often at the expense of social justice for Black Americans.

Tennessee stood out among former Confederate states during Reconstruction due to efforts promoting racial equality.

Andrew Johnson, a former Southern Unionist, became president after Lincoln's assassination. He championed policies that aimed to integrate former Confederate states back into the Union, unlike Radical Republicans who favored stricter reconstruction plans.

The quote describes a historical figure who advocated for a color-blind society in Georgia after the Civil War, working to protect freedmen's rights and build a political base for them.

Tunis Campbell, a prominent figure in Reconstruction-era Georgia, actively worked to secure the rights of freedmen, establish a black landowner association, and build a strong political base for them.

After Reconstruction ended, the influence of the Redeemers, who supported white supremacy and restored white control in the South, forced many Reconstruction-era reformers like Campbell to end their efforts.

The book likely focuses on the postbellum period, the time after the Civil War, as it centers on Campbell's experiences and efforts during Reconstruction in Georgia.

The text likely explores Campbell's involvement in Georgia's resettlement of the sea islands. This could be related to his efforts to help newly freed African Americans.

The person on the book's cover was likely engaged in sharecropping or tenant farming, which was a common economic practice in the post-Civil War South, especially for freedmen.

The cartoon depicts the Union's struggle to contain the Confederacy's rebellion, symbolized by a house (the Union) being threatened by a figure representing the Confederacy, while individuals from Europe observe the conflict. The presence of a blocked cotton ship signifies the economic impact of the war.

Jefferson Davis was the president of the Confederate States of America, heading the Southern secession from the Union. During the Civil War, the South fought to maintain slavery and autonomy. The cartoon portrays him as a formidable opponent to Lincoln and the Union cause.

This political cartoon was likely published after 1860. The event marking this period was the secession of several Southern states, leading to the formation of the Confederate States of America and the Civil War. This cartoon represents the ongoing conflict.

The cartoon portrays Lincoln struggling to suppress the Confederate rebellion while facing external pressure from European onlookers. This highlights the multifaceted challenges of suppressing the rebellion, including maintaining unity and confronting foreign interests during the Civil War era.

The individuals observing the conflict from the right side of the cartoon likely represent Britain and France. Their presence signifies the involvement of European powers in the American Civil War and their potential for influence on the conflict.

The whip used to signify a blockade indicates that the blockade was being enforced by the Union navy. The blockade of Southern ports played a pivotal role in weakening the Confederacy's economy and limiting its access to supplies during the war.

The harvested cotton was intended to leave from a Southern port, seeking to reach international markets. The blockade enforced by the Union navy prevented the shipment of Southern cotton, demonstrating the impact of the war on the Confederate economy.

The map represents the Missouri Compromise of 1820, which allowed the admission of Maine as a free state and Missouri as a slave state. The compromise also established a geographical boundary, known as the 36°30′ line, north of which slavery was prohibited in future territories.