Civil War Events and Experiences

The video covers the start of the Civil War with the attack on Fort Sumter, highlighting the involvement of young soldiers and their experiences. It details the bombardment and surrender of Fort Sumter, and the role of underage soldiers in the war. The soldiers' personal writings provide insight into their experiences, capturing the war's reality. The video concludes with the Union's surrender at Fort Sumter and the Confederate victory.

When did the Civil War officially begin?

• April 12th, 1861

• June 10th, 1861

• May 1st, 1861

• March 15th, 1861

What was the target of the Confederate troops at the start of the Civil War?

• Fort Lee

• Fort Bragg

• Fort Knox

• Fort Sumter

Who gave the command to start the bombardment of Fort Sumter?

• General PGT Bard

• General Robert E. Lee

• General Ulysses S. Grant

• General William T. Sherman

What percentage of soldiers were estimated to be underage during the Civil War?

• 30-40%

• 10-20%

• 5-10%

• 20-30%

What did many young soldiers do to document their experiences during the Civil War?

• Kept journals and diaries

• Recorded audio tapes

• Painted portraits

• Filmed videos

What was a common characteristic of the writings of young soldiers?

• Poetic and lyrical

• Formal and structured

• Complex and detailed

• Simple and choppy

How long did the bombardment of Fort Sumter last?

• 12 hours

• 24 hours

• 34 hours

• 48 hours

What unusual event occurred during the flag lowering ceremony at Fort Sumter?

• An explosion killed two men

• A sudden storm hit

• A peace treaty was signed

• A fire broke out

What song was played as Union troops left Fort Sumter?

• Yankee Doodle

• Battle Hymn of the Republic

• The Star-Spangled Banner

• Dixie

What did the Confederate soldiers do after entering Fort Sumter?

• Negotiated a truce

• Captured Union soldiers

• Destroyed the fort

• Raised the Confederate flag