The Battle of Fort Sumter Quiz

What was the purpose of Fort Sumter?

• To protect Americans from attacks made from the Atlantic Ocean

• To serve as a trading post

• To house political prisoners

• To train new soldiers

Answer explanation

Fort Sumter was built to protect Americans from attacks from the Atlantic Ocean.

Who led the Confederate forces at the Battle of Fort Sumter?

• General P.G.T. Beauregard

• Major Robert Anderson

• Abraham Lincoln

• Daniel Hough

Answer explanation

General P.G.T. Beauregard led the Confederate forces at the Battle of Fort Sumter. He was the correct choice among the answer options.

What did President Lincoln do after the Battle of Fort Sumter?

• Issued a call for volunteers to join the Union Army

• Surrendered to the Confederates

• Declared war on all Southern states

• Resigned from office

Answer explanation

After the Battle of Fort Sumter, President Lincoln issued a call for volunteers to join the Union Army, highlighting his commitment to defend the Union.

When did the Battle of Fort Sumter officially mark the beginning of the American Civil War?

• After the Union Army was formed

• After the Confederate Army was formed

• After the first death of the Civil War

• After the Union surrendered

Answer explanation

The Battle of Fort Sumter officially marked the beginning of the American Civil War after the first death of the Civil War.

What did the Confederates demand from President Lincoln regarding Fort Sumter?

• To give them control of the fort

• To appoint a Confederate general as the fort's commander

• To provide them with weapons and supplies

• To surrender unconditionally

Answer explanation

The Confederates demanded control of Fort Sumter from President Lincoln.

How long did the Confederate force fire on Fort Sumter before the Union troops began firing back?

• Two hours

• One hour

• Thirty-two hours

• One day

Answer explanation

The Confederate force fired on Fort Sumter for two hours before the Union troops began firing back.