Civil War Review 01

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In what speech did Lincoln say, “With malice toward none, with charity for all.”

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Lincoln said this in his Second Inaugural Address.

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This was an advantage the North had over the South as the war began.

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The North had a larger population, more industry, and better transportation infrastructure.

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What was the primary economic activity in the South during the Civil War?

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The primary economic activity in the South was agriculture, particularly cotton farming.

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Which battle is considered the turning point of the Civil War?

Back

The Battle of Gettysburg is considered the turning point of the Civil War.

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Who was the President of the Confederate States during the Civil War?

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Jefferson Davis was the President of the Confederate States during the Civil War.

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What was the main goal of the North at the start of the Civil War?

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The main goal of the North was to preserve the Union.

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Who was the commanding general of the Confederate Army?

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General Robert E. Lee was the commanding general of the Confederate Army.

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What was the Emancipation Proclamation?

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The Emancipation Proclamation was an executive order by President Lincoln that declared the freedom of all slaves in Confederate-held territory.

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What was the significance of the Battle of Antietam?

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The Battle of Antietam was significant because it was the bloodiest single-day battle in American history and led to President Lincoln issuing the preliminary Emancipation Proclamation.

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Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution abolished slavery?

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The 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution abolished slavery.