Exploring the Civil War Amendments and Their Impact

Between 1861 and 1870, three key amendments to the US Constitution were ratified, significantly altering the nation's social and political landscape. Initially, the 13th Amendment aimed to legalize slavery, but a revised version abolished it, freeing millions. The 14th Amendment established birthright citizenship and equal protection, while the 15th Amendment granted Black men voting rights. These amendments, known as the Civil War Amendments, were pivotal in advancing civil rights and strengthening American democracy.

What was the original intent of the first version of the 13th Amendment?

• To limit slavery to certain states

• To abolish slavery

• To make slavery legal

• To grant slaves citizenship

Which amendment was initially intended to make slavery legal?

• 13th Amendment

• 15th Amendment

• 14th Amendment

• 12th Amendment

How many important amendments were ratified between 1861 and 1870?

• Five

• Four

• Three

• Two

Who was president when the 13th Amendment was introduced to abolish slavery?

• Ulysses S. Grant

• Andrew Johnson

• Abraham Lincoln

• James Buchanan

Who vetoed the Civil Rights Act of 1866?

• Abraham Lincoln

• Andrew Johnson

• Ulysses S. Grant

• James Buchanan

What did the 14th Amendment guarantee?

• Right to vote

• Freedom of speech

• Right to bear arms

• Equal protection under the law

Which president supported the 15th Amendment?

• Abraham Lincoln

• Andrew Johnson

• Ulysses S. Grant

• James Buchanan

What was the main outcome of the 15th Amendment?

• Granted Black men the right to vote

• Provided equal protection under the law

• Defined US citizenship

• Abolished slavery

How did the Civil War Amendments collectively impact American democracy?

• They weakened American democracy

• They strengthened American democracy

• They ended the Civil War

• They initiated the Civil War