the Civil War

Multiple Choice

What was one of the main causes of conflict between the North and the South?

• the War of 1812

• tariffs, slavery, and states' rights

• westward expansion of railroads

• differences over foreign trade

Multiple Choice

Why did many Southern states secede after Abraham Lincoln's election?

• They wanted to expand trade with Europe

• They believed Lincoln would abolish slavery

• They wanted to avoid paying higher taxes

• They disagreed about building railroads

Multiple Choice

What did the Emancipation Proclamation do?

• ended slavery in all states

• allowed African Americans to vote

• declared victory for the Union

• freed slaves in rebelling Confederate states