Civil War and Reconstruction Flashcard

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How did the economy of the Northern states differ from the Southern states before the Civil War?

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The North was more industrialized, while the South relied heavily on agriculture.

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What was one of the main economic reasons that led to the Civil War? Options: Disagreements over tariffs and taxes, Disagreements over the use of gold and silver, Disagreements over the price of cotton, Disagreements over the price of wheat.

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Disagreements over tariffs and taxes.

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How did slavery contribute to the start of the Civil War?

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It was a major issue that divided the North and South.

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What was the Southern states' argument for secession based on states' rights?

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They believed they had the right to make their own laws, including those about slavery.

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Which event marked the beginning of the Southern states' secession?

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The election of Abraham Lincoln as President.

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What was the main goal of Reconstruction policies after the Civil War?

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To rebuild the Southern economy and integrate freed slaves into society.

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Which amendment abolished slavery in the United States?

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The 13th Amendment.

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What was one challenge faced during the Reconstruction era? Options: Lack of interest in rebuilding the South., Resistance from Southern states to integrate freed slaves., Overpopulation in the Northern states., Lack of natural resources in the South.

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Resistance from Southern states to integrate freed slaves.

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How did the Southern economy change after the Civil War during Reconstruction?

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It became more industrialized.

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What was the purpose of the Freedmen's Bureau during Reconstruction?

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To provide food, housing, and education to freed slaves.