The Boys' War Chapter 1

Front

What does the word 'abolish' mean?

Back

To get rid of something or to do away with it.

Front

Who was the president at the beginning of the Civil War?

Back

Abraham Lincoln.

Front

Which method was NOT used to spread news of the war?

Back

Telephone.

Front

What were the two main causes of the Civil War?

Back

Political and social issues.

Front

Did both the Union and Confederacy have rules about recruitment?

Back

True.

Front

What is the term for the northern states during the Civil War?

Back

Union.

Front

What is the term for the southern states during the Civil War?

Back

Confederacy.

Front

What was the main issue that led to the Civil War?

Back

Slavery and states' rights.

Front

What is a 'civil war'?

Back

A war between groups within the same country.

Front

What role did newspapers play during the Civil War?

Back

They spread information and news about the war.