10 Questions
During the Civil War, approximately how many African American soldiers fought?
150,000
What percentage of the Union army did African American soldiers make up by the end of the Civil War?
10%
Why were many African Americans eager to fight in the Civil War?
To assert their freedom
At the start of the Civil War, what was the Northern government's stance on emancipation?
Opposed to emancipation
What issue arose at the start of the Civil War regarding slaves who escaped to Union lines?
How to grant them freedom
During the Civil War, what did General Butler call the escaped slaves who sought refuge with the Union army?
Contrabands
What did General Butler do with the fugitive slaves who sought refuge with the Union army?
Put them to work in military tasks
What policy changes opened the door for African Americans to enlist in the Union army?
The Emancipation Proclamation
What hardships did African American soldiers face during the Civil War?
Family separation
What did General Butler dub the fugitive slaves who sought refuge with the Union army?
Contrabands
Quiz: The Role of African American Soldiers in the Civil War Discover the significant contributions and challenges faced by African American soldiers during the Civil War. Test your knowledge on their involvement in the Union army and explore the complexities surrounding their rights and the United States' commitment to equality. Gain a deeper understanding of this pivotal chapter in American history.
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