Aftereffects of War: The American Civil War

The American Civil War, fought from 1861 to 1865, was a pivotal conflict between the Union and the Confederate States. It introduced new media technologies like telegraphs and newspapers, which brought the war's horrors to the public quickly. The war resulted in significant casualties, affecting American religious views. Post-war, the Reconstruction era faced challenges as President Andrew Johnson's leniency allowed Southern states to limit Black Americans' rights despite the 14th Amendment. Economic struggles persisted with sharecropping and credit reliance. Legal segregation continued to impact society, highlighting ongoing racial issues.

What was a significant technological advancement during the American Civil War that changed how civilians received news?

• Internet updates

• Radio announcements

• Telegraphs and newspapers

• Television broadcasts

Approximately what percentage of the American population died as a result of the Civil War?

• 10%

• 5%

• 2%

• 1%

How did American views on the afterlife change after the Civil War?

• Heaven was considered a distant land

• Heaven was imagined as resembling their homes

• Heaven was thought to be a place of eternal war

• Heaven was seen as a battlefield

What was one of the main challenges faced by Black families in the South after the Civil War?

• Becoming political leaders

• Owning large plantations

• Accessing education

• Turning to sharecropping

What amendment was the South forced to abide by after the Civil War?

• 16th Amendment

• 15th Amendment

• 14th Amendment

• 13th Amendment