U.S. Slavery and Civil War Events Quiz

The Kansas-Nebraska Act = It fueled tensions over slavery by allowing popular sovereignty in new territories, leading to violence in Kansas. Dred Scott v. Sandford = This ruling declared that slaves were not citizens and had no rights, effectively legalizing slavery in all territories. John Brown's Raid = This event further escalated tensions by demonstrating the abolitionist movement's willingness to use violence, solidifying the South's fears of a slave revolt. The Election of 1860 = Lincoln's election, though without Southern votes, heightened fears in the South of imminent abolition, leading to secession and the start of the Civil War.

Stephen Douglas = His Kansas-Nebraska Act ignited widespread conflict by introducing popular sovereignty, allowing for the potential expansion of slavery. Dred Scott = His lawsuit challenging his enslavement resulted in a landmark Supreme Court decision that solidified the legal framework for slavery. John Brown = His violent actions in Kansas and his Harpers Ferry raid exemplified the growing radicalization of the abolitionist movement. Abraham Lincoln = His election as President, though without Southern support, became a catalyst for southern secession and the launch of the Civil War.

The Kansas-Nebraska Act = This Act established Kansas as a territory, allowing for the possibility of slavery based on popular sovereignty. Bleeding Kansas = The intense clashes between pro-slavery and anti-slavery forces in Kansas earned the territory this grim nickname. John Brown's Early Activities = Brown's involvement in violence in Kansas, including the murder of pro-slavery settlers, reflected the escalating tensions over slavery. Popular Sovereignty = The principle of popular sovereignty, applied to Kansas, meant that the residents of Kansas were to decide whether slavery would be allowed within their territory.

<p>Popular Sovereignty = The idea that residents of a territory should decide whether slavery is allowed within their borders, as opposed to federal legislation. Dred Scott Decision = The Supreme Court ruling that declared slaves were not citizens, had no rights, and could be taken into any territory, regardless of its legal status Bleeding Kansas = A period of violent conflict between pro-slavery and anti-slavery factions in the Kansas territory due to the application of popular sovereignty. Secession = The act of states withdrawing from the United States, primarily due to the election of Abraham Lincoln and the fear of the abolition of slavery.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Abraham Lincoln = Elected President of the United States in 1860 Jefferson Davis = Elected President of the Confederate States of America Sam Houston = Governor of Texas who refused to pledge allegiance to the Confederacy John H. Reagan = Elected Postmaster General of the Confederate States of America</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Texas Annexation = Fueled tensions between pro-slavery and anti-slavery forces The Compromise of 1850 = Aimed to appease both sides but ultimately failed to resolve the issue of slavery The Kansas-Nebraska Act = Allowed for popular sovereignty in deciding the status of slavery in new territories, leading to violence in Kansas Dred Scott v. Sandford = Ruled that slaves were not citizens and had no right to sue in federal court, further solidifying the power of slaveholders</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Texas Secession = Marked the beginning of the secession movement and ultimately led to the creation of the Confederacy The Election of 1860 = Triggered the secession of several Southern states who feared the abolition of slavery under a Republican president John Brown's Raid = Aimed to inspire a slave rebellion but ultimately frightened Southerners and solidified their determination to protect slavery The Confederate Constitution = Created a new government that emphasized states' rights and protected slavery</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>South Carolina = First state to secede from the Union Mississippi = Second state to secede from the Union Florida = Third state to secede from the Union Alabama = Fourth state to secede from the Union</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>South Carolina = Feared the abolition of slavery under a Republican president Mississippi = Believed their rights as a slaveholding state were threatened by the North Florida = Wished to protect their way of life and their economic interests based on slavery Alabama = Supported the principle of states' rights and opposed federal interference in their internal affairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Texas Secession Convention = Voted to secede from the Union, despite opposition from Governor Sam Houston Sam Houston's Refusal to Pledge Allegiance = Led to his removal from office as Governor of Texas Edward Clark's Swearing-in as Governor = Marked a shift in Texas's alignment towards the Confederacy Texas Delegates in Montgomery = Played a key role in organizing the Confederate government and establishing its policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Secession = The act of withdrawing from a political union, such as a nation Popular Sovereignty = The belief that residents of a territory should have the right to decide whether or not to allow slavery States' Rights = The belief that individual states have the right to make their own laws and policies, independent of the federal government Abolitionism = The movement to end slavery</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Election of 1860 = November 6, 1860 Texas Annexation = 1845 The Compromise of 1850 = 1850 Dred Scott v. Sandford = 1857</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Larger Population = The North had a population of 23,000,000 compared to the South's 10,000,000 Industrial Economy = The North's industrial economy produced more weapons and supplies Extensive Transportation Network = The North's railroad lines facilitated the movement of troops and supplies Military Experience = Although Lincoln was a military novice, the North had more experienced military leaders</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Abraham Lincoln = President of the United States, fought to preserve the Union Jefferson Davis = President of the Confederate States of America, fought for Southern independence Robert E. Lee = Confederate general, widely considered a military genius Fort Sumter = The site of the first shots fired in the Civil War</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Delaying Tactics = The South aimed to wear down the North by forcing them to fight a long, drawn-out war Seeking Foreign Support = The South hoped to enlist the British or French to join their side, motivated by the desire for Southern cotton Conscription Act = This law required all men between the ages of 18 and 35 to serve in the Confederate army Defensive Warfare = The South planned to defend their territory from the Northern advance</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>General Robert E. Lee = Surrendered to General Grant at Appomattox Court House General Edmund Kirby Smith = Continued fighting in Texas after the surrender of the Confederacy General Joseph E. Johnston = Surrendered to General Sherman at Durham Station General John B. Hood = Led the Confederate Army of Tennessee in a series of aggressive but ultimately unsuccessful campaigns</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Battle of Appomattox Court House = Virginia Battle of Palmito Ranch = Texas Battle of Gettysburg = Pennsylvania Battle of Vicksburg = Mississippi</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Secession of South Carolina = This event marked the beginning of the Confederate States of America Fort Sumter = The first shots of the war were fired at this location, escalating the conflict Lincoln's Attempt to Resupply = This action triggered the Confederate attack on Fort Sumter Differences in Ideologies = The North and South held contrasting views on slavery, states' rights, and economic policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Born in Kentucky = Despite this birthplace, he was deeply involved in the fight against slavery Self-Educated = His lack of formal education did not prevent him from becoming a skilled politician and leader Congressman from Illinois = His time in Congress demonstrated his commitment to the Union and abolitionism First President of the Republican Party = His election as president was a major turning point in the lead-up to the Civil War</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Born in Kentucky = Despite this birthplace, he held strong pro-slavery beliefs Served as Secretary of War = His experience in this position proved valuable in his role as president of the Confederacy Senator from Mississippi = His political career reflected his support for states' rights and Southern interests First and Only President of the CSA = His leadership during the Civil War was marked by a strong commitment to the Confederacy's cause</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Surrender at Appomattox Court House = April 1865 Battle of Palmito Ranch = May 1865 Emancipation Proclamation = January 1863 Battle of Gettysburg = July 1863</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Shortage of food = Farmers were encouraged to focus on growing less profitable crops for the war effort Shortage of medicine = Medical supplies were prioritized for the army Shortage of paper = Paper mills were forced to allocate their production to the war effort Spread of disease = Lack of sanitation, limited medical resources, and overcrowding in refugee camps</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Texan Volunteers = Approximately 25,000 Texans initially enlisted to fight for the Confederacy Confederate Conscription Act = This law, passed by the Confederate Congress, required all men between 18 and 35 to serve in the army Jefferson Davis's Need for Soldiers = The Confederate president was desperate for more troops to fight the Union forces Total Texan Involvement = Ultimately, around 70,000 Texans served in the Confederate Army, either through volunteering or drafting</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Surrender at Appomattox Court House = Marked the end of the Civil War and the defeat of the Confederate States of America Battle of Palmito Ranch = Became the last battle of the Civil War, despite the surrender of the Confederacy Texas during Reconstruction = Faced economic challenges due to war debts but did not face the devastation of reconstruction seen in other Southern states President Lincoln's 10% Plan = Proposed a lenient plan for the readmission of Southern states to the Union</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Confederate Troops = The soldiers who fought for the Southern states Union Forces = The soldiers who fought for the Northern states Brazos Island = A location in Texas where Union forces were stationed and believed the Confederacy was withdrawing from Brownsville Brownsville = A location in Texas where the Battle of Palmito Ranch took place</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Confederate General Edmund Kirby Smith's Declaration to Keep Fighting = Led to the last battle of the Civil War at Palmito Ranch, Texas The Battle of Palmito Ranch = Marked the last official battle of the Civil War, highlighting the persistence of some Confederate soldiers The Surrender at Appomattox Court House = Signaled the end of the Civil War and the victory of the Union states Texas During Reconstruction = Showcased the diverse experiences of Southern states in the aftermath of the war, with some states like Texas facing different challenges than others</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Battle of Sabine Pass = Union forces hoped to gain access to Texas by capturing Sabine Pass. Battle of Galveston = The Confederacy defeated the Union and reclaimed Galveston until the end of the war. Battle of Fort Griffin = Confederate guns fired on Union gunboats, damaging ships and taking 350 prisoners. None of the above = The Union gunboats were nicknamed 'cottonsides'</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Edward Clark = Replaced Sam Houston as Governor of Texas after secession. Francis R. Lubbock = Served as Governor of Texas for a period during the war, later joining the Confederate army. Pendleton Murrah = Replaced Lubbock as Governor of Texas and served until the end of the war. Rosanna Osterman = Turned her Galveston mansion into a hospital for wounded soldiers returning from war.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Shortages of war supplies and foodstuffs = Influenced how farmers and industries operated, forcing production of essential items. Lack of industry in Confederate states = Made it difficult to produce necessary supplies for the war effort. Women's roles on the home front = Took over farm work, cared for families, and provided support for soldiers. Texan economy = Changed significantly due to the war, causing shifts in production and resource availability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cottonsides = Nickname for Union gunboats loaded with cotton bales for protection. Homespun = Course, loose-fitting fabric made by women in the South due to textile shortages. Ladies' Needle Battalion = Group of women in Austin who sewed uniforms and other items for soldiers. Fort Griffin = Confederate fort located at Sabine Pass, targeted by Union forces during their assault.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Confederacy defeated the Union and reclaimed Galveston = January 1, 1863 Francis R. Lubbock elected as Governor of Texas = 1861 Pendleton Murrah replaced Lubbock as Governor = After Lubbock's term ended in 1863 None of the above = Sam Houston was replaced as Governor by Edward Clark.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Turned her mansion into a hospital = Rosanna Osterman Replaced Sam Houston as Governor = Edward Clark Led the Confederate Army into battle = Francis R. Lubbock Opened factories to manufacture weapons = Texans in Austin and Tyler</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sabine Pass = Site of a battle where Confederate forces repelled a Union invasion. Galveston = City reclaimed by the Confederacy after a Union defeat, under Confederate control for the rest of the war. Austin = Location of small factories manufacturing weapons and ammunition during the war. Tyler = Location of small factories manufacturing weapons and ammunition during the war.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Shortage of war supplies = Forced Confederate states to rely on limited local industries. Shortage of foodstuffs = Led to difficulty in feeding the civilian population and soldiers. Lack of cloth = Prompted women to make homespun fabric for clothing. Loss of Texan men to war = Women took on traditionally male responsibilities on the home front.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>General Gordon Granger = Announced the freedom of enslaved Texans in Galveston General Charles Griffin = Controlled Texas as part of military district during Radical Reconstruction Governor Throckmorton = Controlled by General Griffin during Radical Reconstruction President Johnson = Instituted a plan for Reconstruction that required states to nullify secession, acknowledge the U.S. government would not pay southern debt, and ratify the 13th amendment</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston = June 1865 The Freedmen's Bureau opened schools for black people = By 1870 Constitutional Convention of Texas revised the Constitution = 1866 Lincoln was assassinated = 1865</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>13th Amendment = Abolished slavery 14th Amendment = Equal rights and due process of law 15th Amendment = Guaranteed African American men the right to vote</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>President Lincoln's 10% Plan = Allowed states to rejoin the Union after 10% of voters took an oath of loyalty President Johnson's Reconstruction Plan = Required states to nullify secession, acknowledge the U.S. government would not pay southern debt, and ratify the 13th amendment Radical Reconstruction = Established military districts in the South, requiring ratification of the 14th and 15th amendments Freedmen's Bureau = Provided assistance to freed slaves, including education, clothing, medicine, food, and housing</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Voting = Denied to African Americans Holding public office = Denied to African Americans Serving on juries = Denied to African Americans Testifying in court = Denied to African Americans</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nullification of secession = Acknowledged the validity of the Union Abolishment of slavery = Ended the institution of slavery in Texas Ratification of the 13th Amendment = Officially ended slavery in the United States Ratification of the 14th and 15th Amendments = Guaranteed equal rights and voting rights for African American men</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Constitutional Convention of Texas = Revised the Texas Constitution to reflect the changes brought by Reconstruction Freedmen's Bureau = Provided aid and education to freed slaves Military Districts = Controlled Southern states during Radical Reconstruction to ensure compliance with federal requirements Texas Government = Amended the Constitution to nullify secession and abolish slavery, but did not grant equal rights to African Americans</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Lincoln's assassination = Shifted leadership and potentially influenced the course of Reconstruction General Granger's arrival in Galveston = Marked the beginning of Reconstruction in Texas Ratification of the 13th Amendment = Marked the official end of slavery in the United States Establishment of military districts = Strengthened federal control and pushed for greater rights for formerly enslaved people</p> Signup and view all the answers

A 1854 law allowing popular sovereignty in Kansas and Nebraska, affecting slavery expansion.

The principle that the settlers of a territory have the right to decide on slavery.

A term for violent conflict in Kansas over pro-slavery and anti-slavery factions.

A landmark court case ruling that slaves cannot sue for freedom and are not citizens.

The ruling declared slavery legal in all federal territories and angered the North.

An abolitionist who led a violent raid at Harpers Ferry in 1859 to incite a slave revolt.

John Brown's 1859 attack to seize weapons for a slave rebellion, which failed.

Abraham Lincoln's election that sparked Southern fears of slavery prohibition and led to secession.

The initial gunfire at Fort Sumter, South Carolina, marking the start of the war.

A fort in South Carolina where the Civil War began when Confederate forces attacked.

22 states in the Union opposed 11 secessionist states in the Confederacy.

The North had 23 million people compared to the South's 10 million, including 4 million slaves.

Lincoln was self-educated, an Illinois Congressman, and an abolitionist, contrasting with Davis.

The President of the Confederate States of America, a slave owner, and experienced military leader.

Davis aimed for a defensive war to wear down Northern resolve and sought foreign aid.

A law requiring men aged 18-35 to serve in the Confederate army, leading to 70,000 Texans joining.

The formal surrender of General Lee's Confederate army to General Grant in 1865, signaling the end of the Civil War.

Using salt to preserve food in the absence of refrigeration, vital for preventing spoilage during the Civil War.

The last battle of the Civil War fought on May 13, 1865, in Texas, resulting in a draw but favoring the Confederacy.

Confederate general who continued to fight after Lee's surrender, leading troops west of the Mississippi River.

The South faced severe hardships during the war, including shortages of food, medicine, and paper.

President Lincoln's plan for Reconstruction allowing Southern states to rejoin the Union when 10% of voters pledged loyalty.

Post-war financial challenges faced by Texas due to debts accrued during the Civil War, impacting recovery.

The differing military plans between Union forces under Grant and Confederate forces under Lee during the Civil War.

Gunboats nicknamed for being loaded with cotton bales to absorb fire.

Confederate victory preventing Union access to Texas via Sabine Pass.

A fort at Sabine Pass constructed by Confederates to defend against Union forces.

Governor of Texas during the Civil War, serving as a pro-Confederacy candidate.

Women managed farms and supported war efforts while men were away.

Economic difficulties led to shortages of supplies and food during the war.

Course fabric made by Southern women to cope with cloth shortages.

Group of women in Austin sewing uniforms and supplies for soldiers.

A group of southern states that seceded from the Union in 1861.

Texas's decision to leave the United States and join the Confederacy in 1861.

An 1859 attempt to initiate a slave revolt by raiding a federal arsenal.

A gathering in Texas where secession was declared and new laws formed.

The governor of Texas who opposed secession and was removed from office.

A plan allowing states to rejoin the Union after nullifying secession and ratifying the 13th amendment.

An agency to assist freed slaves by providing education, housing, and resources.

Union general who proclaimed freedom for enslaved Texans in 1865.

Amendments made to the Texas Constitution nullifying secession and abolishing slavery, but not granting equal rights to African Americans.

Required during Radical Reconstruction for equal rights and due process for all citizens.

Guaranteed African American men the right to vote during Radical Reconstruction.

While freed, African Americans in Texas could not vote, hold office, or serve on juries.

A period where Congress enforced military rule to protect rights in the South and enforce amendments.