The Battle of Fort Sumter Quiz

Who surrounded Fort Sumter during the battle?

• French forces

• Union forces

• Confederate forces

• British forces

How long did the bombardment of the fort last?

• 20 hours

• 30 hours

• 40 hours

• 50 hours

Who had to surrender and evacuate the fort?

• British forces

• Union soldiers

• French forces

• Confederate forces

What did the Confederate victory symbolize?

• Victory against perceived Eastern aggression

• Victory against perceived Northern aggression

• Victory against perceived Southern aggression

• Victory against perceived Western aggression

What effect did the battle have on support for the Confederate cause?

• No effect on support

• Support for the Union cause

• Increased support

• Decreased support