Comparing Sides: North vs. South

During the Civil War, which side was fighting a defensive war with a "home-field advantage" because most of the battles took place in their territory?

• North (Union)

• South (Confederacy)

During the Civil War, which side had a larger population which provided more soldiers for their army?

• North (Union)

• South (Confederacy)

During the Civil War, which side produced most of the country's manufactured goods?

• North (Union)

• South (Confederacy)

During the Civil War, which side produced the majority of the country's cotton?

• North (Union)

• South (Confederacy)

During the Civil War, which side produced more food, such as corn and wheat?

• North (Union)

• South (Confederacy)

During the Civil War, which side had more railroads to provide better transportation?

• North (Union)

• South (Confederacy)

During the Civil War, which side had more money and a stronger economy?

• North (Union)

• South (Confederacy)

During the Civil War, which side had a stronger military tradition and more experienced generals?

• North (Union)

• South (Confederacy)

What was the South's goal in fighting the Civil War?

• to reunite the North and South as one country

• to separate from the U.S. and create their own country

• to bring about the end of slavery

• to leave the U.S. and become part of Mexico

Why did the North set up a naval blockade as part of their strategy to win the Civil War?

• To separate the North from the South

• To win allies in Europe through “cotton diplomacy”

• To destroy the South’s economy and stop them from exporting goods

• To fight a defensive war until the South grew tired of fighting