Civil War

Secession is...

• the act of withdrawing from a country

• the act of negotiating with a country

• the act of joining a country

• the act of expanding a country (like Manifest Destiny)

Which of these most accurately explains why the Civil War took place?

• Arguments over the powers of the President and Supreme Court, who had abolished slavery in 1859.

• Long-standing tensions between the Northern and Southern states over issues such as slavery, states' rights, and economic differences.

• Trade agreements with other countries: the North traded with specific countries that the South didn't like.

• A dispute over the color of military uniforms, which spiraled out of control into open war.

This is an agreement in which both sides make concessions (sacrifices) to reach common ground.

• Surrender
• Secession

• Compromise
• Standoff

What did abolitionists believe?

• Abolitionists believed in the immediate end of slavery

• Abolitionists believed in the expansion of slavery
• Abolitionists believed in the superiority of slave owners

A blockade is designed to...

• promote trade
• restrict access
• allow free passage
• enhance communication

If a blockade restricts access, what does a blockade runner do?

• Bypasses or evades the blockade
• Enhances the blockade
• Negotiates with the blockade
• Surrenders to the blockade

What is a military draft?

• A military draft is a selection process for military officers.
• A military draft is a voluntary enlistment of individuals into the armed forces.

• A military draft is a training program for civilians interested in the military.
• A military draft is a mandatory enlistment of individuals into the armed forces.

Do you think a military draft is a good idea?

• Yes

• No

• Kinda

What's the difference between a draft dodger and a deserter?

• A draft dodger is a military deserter, while a deserter is a draft dodger.
• A draft dodger avoids military service, while a deserter leaves the military without permission.
• A draft dodger and a deserter are interchangeable terms.
• A draft dodger is someone who serves in the military, while a deserter avoids service.

Do you think people should be allowed to dodge the draft? Why or why not? (2+ sentences)