Texas and the Civil War

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A large farm that produces crops to sell.

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plantation

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A person who wants to end slavery.

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abolitionist

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A tax paid on goods that come from another country.

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tariff

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To cancel

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nullify

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To officially leave or separate from a group.

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secede

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A group of soldiers who fight battles on horseback.

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cavalry

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An effort to stop ships from going in or out from a port.

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blockade

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What do all the battle locations on the map have in common?

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All are by the water, and most are near the Gulf of Mexico.

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Describe the impact of the Civil War on Texas port cities.

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The cities could not ship goods because of the Union blockades.

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How did the Civil War affect women in Texas?

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They sewed uniforms and cared for soldiers. They managed farms and ranches on their own.