Civil War Flashcard

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What were the main causes of the Civil War?

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Slavery, states' rights, and economic differences

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How did the Civil War impact the economy of the United States?

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The Civil War led to inflation, increased government spending, the expansion of the federal government's power, and the destruction of infrastructure and property.

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What role did slavery play in causing the Civil War?

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Slavery played a significant role in causing the Civil War.

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How did the Civil War affect the lives of women and children?

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Women took on new roles and responsibilities, managing households and farms, while children often had to work to help support their families.

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What were the social changes that occurred as a result of the Civil War?

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Abolition of slavery, expansion of federal power, and redefinition of the relationship between the states and the federal government.

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What were the political consequences of the Civil War?

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Abolition of slavery, reintegration of Southern states, and expansion of federal government power

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How did the Civil War impact the infrastructure of the United States?

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The Civil War led to the destruction of many roads, bridges, and railways, requiring extensive reconstruction and investment in infrastructure after the war.

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What were the long-term effects of the Civil War on American society?

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Abolition of slavery, expansion of federal government power, and the beginning of the process of Reconstruction.

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What were the differences in the economies of the North and the South that contributed to the Civil War?

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The North had a more industrialized economy with factories and manufacturing, while the South relied heavily on agriculture, particularly cotton production using slave labor.

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How did the Civil War change the relationship between the federal government and the states?

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The Civil War resulted in the federal government gaining more power over the states.