Civil War Quiz

What was one of the main ideas presented by Abraham Lincoln in the Gettysburg Address?

• The importance of states' rights

• The need for the abolition of slavery

• The expansion of territories in the West

• The establishment of a monarchical government

What was one of the initial reasons for the start of the Civil War?

• Disagreement over trade policies

• Conflict regarding the use of railroads

• The desire to increase immigration

• Dispute over the institution of slavery

In the Gettysburg Address, Lincoln emphasized the idea of:

• Retaining power in the hands of the few

• Ensuring equality and freedom for all

• Promoting individual states' sovereignty

• Establishing a socialist society

What did the Confederacy primarily aim to achieve during the Civil War?

The main focus of Lincoln's Gettysburg Address was on:

• Celebrating victory in a specific battle

• Emphasizing the importance of compromise

• Honoring the soldiers who sacrificed their lives

• Advocating for increased military spending

Which of the following best describes the Union's primary goal in the Civil War?

• Maintaining the institution of slavery

• Ensuring the right to secession for all states

• Preserving the United States as one nation

• Expanding territories towards the Pacific

Lincoln's Gettysburg Address reflected his belief in:

• The superiority of one race over others

• The importance of economic sanctions

• The concept of democracy and equality

• The benefits of a totalitarian regime

What aspect of the Civil War conflicted with the ideas presented in the Gettysburg Address?

• The call for peaceful negotiations

• The emphasis on the value of every individual

• The push for greater states' autonomy

• The promotion of aristocratic rule

Why did some states choose to secede from the Union at the start of the Civil War?

• Disagreements over foreign policy decisions

• Economic disparities between the North and South

• Attempts to establish a monarchy in America

• Opposition to the abolition of slavery

What principle did Lincoln highlight as crucial for the nation's future in the Gettysburg Address?

• The need for technological advancement

• The importance of a strong military

• The value of democracy and human equality

• The benefits of economic protectionism