Society During Civil War

What significant action did Robert Smalls take with the boat he served on?

• He sank it in the harbor.

• He sold it to the Confederacy.

• He stole it and took it to the Union.

• He used it for fishing.

In what year was Robert Smalls elected to the House of Representatives?

• 1874

• 1865

• 1880

• 1890

What was a common consequence for many soldiers after the war?

• They gained wealth.

• They suffered permanent disabilities.

• They moved to the North.

• They became politicians.

What percentage of the entire U.S. population died in the war?

• 1%

• 2%

• 3%

• 4%

What type of food were Union soldiers typically fed?

• Fresh fruits and vegetables

• Salted and boiled pork and beef

• Freshly baked bread

• Grilled chicken

What color were the uniforms of Confederate soldiers?

• Blue

• Green

• Grey

• Red

How many men and women were arrested during the Bread Riots in Richmond?

• 30

• 45

• 60

• 75

Who was Clara Barton?

• A Civil War nurse who created the American Red Cross

• A famous author during the Civil War

• A Civil War general

• A politician who served during the Civil War

Who was Mary Bowser?

• A Confederate general

• An enslaved woman who became a spy

• A famous author

• A Union soldier

What was the first African American military regiment to serve?

• 52nd Carolina Regiment

• 51st Vermont Regiment

• 54th Massachusetts Regiment

• 50th Virginia Regiment