Basics of the Civil War

What was the main reason for the expansion of the United States between 1803 and 1854?

• Through purchase, negotiation, and conquest

• To gain more farmland

• To find gold

• To increase the population

What controversial question arose with the expansion of American territory?

• Should new territories use the dollar or a new currency?

• Should new territories become free or slave states?

• Should new territories have their own army?

• Should new territories be allowed to vote?

Who was elected in November 1860, triggering the secession of seven slave states?

• Abraham Lincoln

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

• Ulysses S. Grant

What was the main purpose of the Civil War after Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation?

• To elect a new president

• To increase taxes

• To fight for the abolition of slavery

• To gain more territory

Which battle is known as the bloodiest day in United States military history?

• The First Battle of Bull Run

• The Battle of Gettysburg

• The Siege of Vicksburg

• The Battle of Antietam

What did the 13th Amendment accomplish?

• It lowered the voting age to 18

• It established the income tax

• It granted women the right to vote

• It abolished slavery and involuntary servitude

Who was the Confederate President during the Civil War?

• Andrew Johnson

• John Wilkes Booth

• Jefferson Davis

• Robert E. Lee

What significant event happened on April 14, 1865?

• The Civil War began

• The 13th Amendment was ratified

• The Emancipation Proclamation was issued

• Abraham Lincoln was shot

Which general was known for his key military victories in the West during the Civil War?

• Thomas Jackson

• William Sherman

• Robert E. Lee

• Ulysses S. Grant

What was the outcome of the Battle of Gettysburg?

• The battle was cancelled

• A decisive Northern victory

• A decisive Southern victory

• It was a draw