Comparing the North and South in the Civil War

Who was the President of the Union during the Civil War?

• Robert E. Lee

• Ulysses S. Grant

• Jefferson Davis

• Abraham Lincoln

Who was the President of the Confederacy during the Civil War?

• Robert E. Lee

• Abraham Lincoln

• Ulysses S. Grant

• Jefferson Davis

What was a significant advantage of the Confederate Army?

• Larger navy

• Superior military leadership

• More industrial resources

• Larger population

What was a major challenge for the Confederate government in terms of logistics?

• Too many volunteers

• Inferior railroad system

• Lack of experienced leaders

• No naval power

What motivated Confederate soldiers to fight?

• For their families and independence

• For the expansion of territories

• For economic benefits

• For political positions

What was the main objective of the Union in the Civil War?

• To establish a new government

• To abolish slavery immediately

• To reunify the country

• To gain new territories

How did the Union plan to cut southern supply lines?

• By building a wall

• By seizing control of the Mississippi River

• By attacking major cities

• By diplomatic negotiations

What was a key factor in the Confederacy's strategy to gain independence?

• Superior technology

• A larger army

• More resources

• Diplomatic relations with Britain and France

Which state's loyalty protected Washington DC from Confederate forces?

• Kentucky

• Maryland

• Missouri

• Virginia

What was the average age of soldiers in the Civil War?

• 21 years old

• 30 years old

• 25 years old

• 18 years old