The Civil War

What was the first state to secede from the Union?

• Tennessee
• South Carolina
• Georgia
• Alabama

What were the 2 major themes of why Southern States seceded?

• slavery
• economic issues
• transcontinental railroad problems
• states' rights

True/False: Ulysses S Grant was more popular as a general than as a president, due to scandals and poor management.

• True
• False

True/False: Abraham Lincoln grew up very privileged and wealthy.

• True
• False

True/False: When he became President, Lincoln wanted to outlaw slavery everywhere.

• True
• False

True/False: Jefferson Davis was seen as a hero after the Civil War, served no jail time, and continued to work in American government.

• True
• False

True/False: Robert E. Lee was an experienced general and served in the Mexican-American War.

• True
• False

When was Abraham Lincoln elected president?

• January, 1865
• November, 1860
• March, 1888
• November, 1855

Which battle had the highest amount of casualties that resulted in a Union victory?

• Gettysburg
• Fort Sumter
• Seven Days Battles
• Chancellorsville

Which battle officially started the war?

• Gettysburg
• Fort Sumter
• Seven Days Battles
• Chancellorsville