Civil war questions

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What was the primary cause of the Civil War, according to John Green?

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Slavery

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Which of the following was NOT a border state during the Civil War? Kentucky, Missouri, Delaware, Georgia

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Georgia

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What was the Union's primary advantage over the Confederacy?

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Larger population and more industrial resources

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Which strategy did General Ulysses S. Grant employ to wear down the Confederate forces?

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Attrition

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What was the Confederate government's primary focus during the Civil War?

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Preservation of states' rights

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Which battle is considered a turning point in the Civil War, boosting Northern morale? Options: The Battle of Antietam, The Battle of Gettysburg, The Battle of Fort Sumter, The Battle of Bull Run

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The Battle of Gettysburg

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What was the Confederate government's primary challenge during the Civil War?

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The Confederate government's primary challenge during the Civil War was to maintain its independence and sustain its economy while facing military defeat and resource shortages.

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Which of the following was a significant disadvantage for the Union during the Civil War? A) Lack of military leadership, B) Limited industrial resources, C) Strong central government, D) Weak public support

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Limited industrial resources

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Which of the following was a significant disadvantage for the Confederacy during the Civil War? A) Lack of a strong central government, B) Superior military leadership, C) Abundant industrial resources, D) Strong naval forces

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Lack of a strong central government

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What was the Union's primary strategy to defeat the Confederacy?

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Attrition