Civil War, Day 2

What is this map about?

• The Battle of Gettysburg in 1863.
• The First Battle of Bull Run in 1861.
• The Siege of Vicksburg in 1863.
• The Second Battle of Bull Run (Manassas) in 1862.

When did this battle take place?

• September 17-18, 1862
• July 4-5, 1863
• August 29-30, 1862
• May 1-2, 1863

Based on the map, which side had the greater advantage? Why? Choose the most appropriate reason.

• Confederate troops had the greater advantage.
• Federal troops had superior artillery.
• Confederate troops were outnumbered.
• Federal troops had the greater advantage.

This question has two parts. This excerpt is from the 'Battle Hymn of the Republic.' Part A: Which claim is supported by the excerpt?

• The 'Battle Hymn of the Republic' encouraged the Confederacy to put an end the war.

• The 'Battle Hymn of the Republic' inspired Native Americans to join the Union Army.

• The 'Battle Hymn of the Republic' reflected Northern beliefs about abolishing slavery.

• The 'Battle Hymn of the Republic' led Americans to plant gardens across the U.S.

This question has two parts. This excerpt is from the 'Battle Hymn of the Republic.' Which statement provides evidence for The “Battle Hymn of the Republic” reflected

Northern beliefs about abolishing slavery.

• '...the trumpet that shall never call retreat...'

• '...sifting out the hearts of men before His judgement...'

• 'In the beauty of the lilies Christ was born across the sea...'

• '...let us die to make men free...'

Where was the Battle of Antietam AND what was its significance?

• Maryland; it is the bloodiest single-day battle in American history.

• Virginia; it is the turning point of the American Civil War.

• Pennsylvania; it is known for its decisive victory.

• Georgia; it is significant for its minor impact on the war.

The Union’s initial strategy was to ______________ southern ports to prevent goods from coming in and out of the Confederacy.

• Blockade

• Bombardment

• Occupy

• Seize

______________ led Confederate forces during the Civil War.

• Robert E. Lee

• Stonewall Jackson

• J.E.B. Stuart

• James Longstreet

______________ was the site of the first battle of the Civil War.

• Fort Sumter.

• Gettysburg.

• Antietam.

• Bull Run.

Jefferson Davis argued that the Declaration of Independence gave people the right to ______________ a government that stopped working for the people.

• Abolish

• Reform

• Preserve

• Maintain