The Battles of ….. Ch6

Why was Mississippi a central location in the Civil War?

• It had the most soldiers

• It was rich in gold and silver

• It was the key to controlling transportation and trade

• It was a neutral state

What conclusion can be drawn from the Union’s determination to win the Battle of Shiloh?

• The Union underestimated the Confederates

• They were only interested in revenge

• The Union believed winning early battles would end the war

• Controlling the Mississippi River was critical to their overall strategy

How did the surprise attack at Shiloh impact the outcome of the battle?

• It caused immediate Union surrender

• It gave Confederates early control but led to a Union comeback

• It forced Grant to retreat entirely

• It allowed both sides to avoid heavy casualties

Which event most likely influenced Grant’s strategy in the Vicksburg Campaign?

• Victory at Corinth

• The failed canal digging

• The raid at Holly Springs

• The Confederate surrender

Based on the events in Holly Springs, what leadership quality did Grant demonstrate?

• Stubbornness

• Loyalty

• Adaptability

• Recklessness

What was the long-term impact of capturing Vicksburg for the Union?

• The Confederacy surrendered immediately

• It forced European countries to join the war

• It divided the Confederacy and gave the Union control of the river

• It ended the use of cavalry attacks

Why did the Confederates call Vicksburg the “Gibraltar of the Confederacy”?

• It had a strong navy base

• It was nearly impossible to invade due to its height and strength

• It had natural gold reserves

• It was their capital city

What theme connects the battles of Shiloh, Corinth, and Vicksburg?

• The use of air power

• The importance of food supply

• Control of transportation and movement

• The role of civilians in war

How did the terrain around Vicksburg affect the Union’s tactics?

• They launched a surprise cavalry attack

• They chose to negotiate instead of fighting

• They tried multiple creative approaches like canals and swamps

• They attacked using boats only

What lesson did Grant learn from the Confederate raid on Holly Springs?

• Don’t use cavalry in key battles

• Rely on supply lines for victory

• Always retreat when supplies are lost

• Depend on local resources and live off the land