Lesson 10: The Effect of the War on African Americans

What did the Emancipation Proclamation do for African Americans in the North?

• It caused celebrations and happiness among African Americans

• It was the first step towards equal rights for Black people

• It spread quickly and everyone heard about it

• It freed all enslaved people in the South

What were some jobs that enslaved people were paid wages for in Union camps?

• Soldiers

• Farmers

• Cooks

• Teachers

Why did Lincoln initially hesitate to allow African Americans to join the army?

• He didn't want to upset the White soldiers

• He thought African Americans were not capable of being good soldiers

• He didn't want to give African Americans equal rights

• He believed Black troops would be a threat to the border states

Which famous Black unit played an important role in winning acceptance for Black soldiers?

• 1st South Carolina Volunteers

• 1st New York Infantry

• 1st and 3rd Louisiana regiments

• 54th Massachusetts Regiment

What happened to the 54th Massachusetts Regiment during the attack on Fort Wagner?

• They suffered heavy casualties and the attack failed

• They successfully captured the fort

• They were praised by the nation for their bravery

• They were disbanded after the attack

How did Black soldiers in the military face racism and discrimination?

• They were given lowly tasks and poor weapons

• They were given the same training as White soldiers

• They were paid more than White soldiers

• They were given high-ranking positions

What happened to Black soldiers if they were captured in the South?

• They were enslaved or killed

• They were released back to the Union army

• They were put in prison

• They were given equal treatment as White soldiers

How much were Black soldiers paid compared to White soldiers?

• $13 a month

• $10 a month

• $15 a month

• $8 a month

What did a company of Black soldiers do to protest unequal pay?

• They went on strike and refused to work

• They demanded equal pay through peaceful protests

• They dropped their weapons and refused to fight

• They filed a lawsuit against the government

What happened to the Black sergeant named William Walker who led the protest for equal pay?

• He was charged with mutiny and executed

• He was given equal pay

• He was honored for his bravery

• He was promoted to a higher rank