Manassas Local History Quiz

When did Manassas become a city?

• 1880

• 1872

• 1850

• 1922

What happened at the end of the FIRST battle of Manassas?

• The Confederacy (South) lost and went back to Richmond.

• The Union (North) won and went back to D.C.

• The Union (North) retreated.

Which one of the following is true about early Manassas?

• Early Manassas was a city with a lot of businesses.

• There was farmland and was between two different native American tribes.

• Manassas was on a river and used it to bring trade and goods in.

Which one is true about Manassas today?

• Manassas is a small village with less than 500 people.

• Manassas is a huge city with many skyscrapers and a bustling night-life.

• Manassas is a small city that has many different businesses and an economy based on its history.

What happened at the end of the SECOND battle of Manassas?

• The Union troops (North) went to Richmond.

• The Confederacy (South) lost and they went home.

• Once again, the Union (North) retreated towards D.C.

Did Manassas become a city before or after the Civil War, which ended in 1865?

• Before

• After

How long did each of the battles of Manassas last?

• Six months.

• Less than a week.

• Two years.

• A decade.

Why did both sides want the area of Manassas?

• There was a railroad, Manassas Junction, which allowed people to trade goods across the state of Virginia.

• There were many animals in the surrounding areas, which allowed the settlers to hunt wild animals for meat.

• There were many businesses in Manassas, and both sides wanted to take over the businesses for the money.