The Battle of Bull Run

How many professional soldiers did the Union have at the start of the Civil War in April 1861?

• 35,000

• 16,000

• 11,000

• 2,000

What was the primary goal of Lincoln's initial military strategy in July 1861?

• To seize Richmond

• To defend Washington, D.C.

• To capture Manassas

• To disband Confederate forces

Which Confederate general was known by the nickname 'Stonewall' Jackson after the Battle of Bull Run?

• Robert E. Lee

• J.E.B. Stuart

• P.G.T. Beauregard

• Thomas Jackson

What was the distinctive battle cry of the Confederate soldiers known as?

• Battle roar

• Southern scream

• Warrior shout

• Rebel yell

Which group was the largest European immigrant group fighting for the Union?

• Germans

• Irish

• Italians

• French

What was the outcome of the first Battle of Bull Run?

• Postponed

• Stalemate

• Union victory

• Confederate victory

How far is Manassas from Richmond, according to the text?

• Less than 100 miles

• 150 miles

• 50 miles

• 200 miles

Who was the Confederate general stationed in Manassas during the first Battle of Bull Run?

• P.G.T. Beauregard

• J.E.B. Stuart

• Thomas Jackson

• Robert E. Lee

What was the role of J.E.B. Stuart during the Battle of Bull Run?

• Naval officer

• Artillery specialist

• Infantry commander

• Leader of the Virginia Confederate cavalry