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What is the Emancipation Proclamation?

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A document signed by Abraham Lincoln on January 1, 1863, that freed all slaves in states still in rebellion during the Civil War.

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What was the impact of the Civil War on plantation owners in the South?

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Many plantation owners lost everything due to the destruction caused by the Civil War.

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What is the purpose of the greeting in a letter?

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The greeting serves as an opening to the letter, addressing the recipient.

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What does it mean when someone says 'Well aren’t you tough!' in a sarcastic context?

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It implies that the person is not tough, especially if they are crying or upset.

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Which state is known for its significant role in the Civil War and is highlighted in many historical discussions?

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Tennessee.

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What is the significance of the Kansas-Nebraska Act?

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It was a law that allowed territories to decide for themselves whether to allow slavery, leading to conflict and violence.

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What was the Compromise of 1850?

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A series of laws aimed at resolving the territorial and slavery controversies arising from the Mexican-American War.

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What is the Gettysburg Address?

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A speech delivered by Abraham Lincoln during the Civil War, emphasizing the principles of human equality and the fight for a unified nation.

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What are indentured servants?

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Individuals who agreed to work for a certain number of years in exchange for passage to America and eventual freedom.

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What does the term 'plantation economy' refer to?

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An economic system based on large-scale agricultural operations, particularly in the South, relying heavily on slave labor.