5A Civil War Battles and Leaders

Guess what? The very first shots of the Civil War were fired when Confederates attacked this fort, leading to the Union's surrender. Can you name that historic fort?

• Bull Run/ Manassas 1

• Antietam

• Appomattox Courhouse

• Ft. Sumter

🎩🔥 Which battle was the bloodiest of the Civil War, marked a turning point in favor of the Union, and was the northernmost clash? 🎩🔥

• Antientam

• Gettysburg

• Bullrun

• Vicksburg

Guess who? Led by the fearless Ulysses S. Grant, this bold move blockaded the Mississippi River and cleverly split the Confederate troops into smaller, more manageable groups, paving the way for a Union victory. Can you name this pivotal event?

• Vicksburg

• Gettysburg

• Bull Run

• Antietam

Let's dive into history with a fun twist! Which of these was NOT a strategy in the famous "Anaconda Plan"?

• Block all southern ports to cut off shipping

• Divide the north into sections

• Control the Mississippi River

• Capture the Confederate capital, Richmond

Guess why the Battle of Gettysburg was a major turning point in the war:

• It sparked a massive four-day draft riot in New York City.

• It led European nations to finally decide to support the Confederacy.

• It was the moment Southern troops ventured the farthest into Union land.

• Lee's forces were so diminished, he could never contemplate another invasion of the North.

Who emerged victorious in the epic Battle of Gettysburg?

• Union

• Confederates

🌟 Hey history buffs! Can you tell which epic battle handed the Union the keys to the mighty Mississippi River? 🌟

• Gettysburg

• Vicksburg

• Antietam

• 1st Bull Run

Guess which battle turned the tables with a surprising Confederate victory, sending Union troops scrambling back!

• Gettysburg

• Antietam

• Bull Run

• Ft. Sumter

Guess which Union victory came about when Lee tried his luck invading Pennsylvania? A real head-scratcher!

• Ft. Sumter

• Gettysburg

• Appomattox

• Vicksburg

History buffs, assemble! Where did Robert E. Lee wave the white flag to Ulysses S. Grant, marking a pivotal moment in history?

• Gettysburg

• Vicksburg

• Antietam

• Appomattox Court House