The Boys' War Final Review Flashcard

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What was the last war in which drummers were used in battle?

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The Civil War.

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True or False: The boys who enlisted in the Civil War were experienced soldiers.

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False. They were naive and undisciplined.

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What were the main concerns of prisoners during the Civil War?

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Searching for food, clean water, and making themselves comfortable.

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How many people did a Confederate boy think died in Andersonville, Georgia on a particular day in August 1864?

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He thought at least a hundred people died.

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What did many soldiers do after the Civil War ended?

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They left the camp without waiting to be dismissed.

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Define 'Andersonville' in the context of the Civil War.

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Andersonville was a notorious Confederate prison known for its harsh conditions.

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What does 'naive' mean in the context of soldiers enlisting in the Civil War?

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Lacking experience or sophistication.

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What was a common fate for prisoners in Civil War camps?

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Many suffered from starvation and disease.

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What does 'Confederate' refer to in the Civil War?

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It refers to the southern states that seceded from the Union.

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What role did drummers play in the Civil War?

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They were used to relay commands and boost morale.