American Civil War Vocabulary

What does the term "abolitionist" refer to?

• A person who supported the continuation of slavery

• A person who worked to end slavery

• A farmer who grows crops and raises livestock

• A soldier who fought in a civil war

What is the meaning of "agricultural"?

• Related to the industry and manufacturing

• Related to the arts and culture

• Related to farming (growing crops and raising livestock)

• Related to political movements and protests

What is a "civil war"?

• A peaceful protest within a country

• A war between different countries

• A war between groups of people in the same country

• A diplomatic conflict between governments

What was the Contraband Decision?

• A law that allowed slavery in certain states

• When the Union Army decided to not return escaped enslaved people to the Confederacy

• A decision to trade goods illegally during the war

• The name of a battle during the Civil War

What does the term "economy" refer to?

• A type of government policy

• A system for saving money

• A country's money, jobs, and resources

• The process of electing a president

What is a free state?

• A state with no government

• A state where taxes are not collected

• A state in which slavery was allowed

• A state in which slavery was not allowed

What did the Fugitive Slave Act stipulate about escaped enslaved people?

• They could seek asylum in non-slave states

• They must be returned to their owners

• They were granted immediate freedom

• They were to be tried in court

What does the term "industrialized" relate to?

• Agricultural practices

• Manufacturing products in factories

• Political reforms

• Educational advancements

What is an ironclad ship?

• A ship used for exploration

• A fishing vessel

• A war ship with strong metal plates

• A cargo ship for transporting goods

What does the term "raid" mean?

• A formal meeting

• A surprise attack usually done to steal objects

• A peaceful protest

• A type of dance