
Petersburg Campaign Quiz
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History
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9th - 12th Grade
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Hard
Nancy Jackson
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5 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why was Petersburg a significant target for both the Union and Confederate armies?
It was the largest city in the Confederate States.
It was the capital of the Confederate States.
It was a major transportation hub for the Confederate Army.
It was the site of the first battle of the Civil War.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the main reason for General Grant's change in strategy during the Petersburg Campaign?
He aimed to stretch Lee's forces by extending his lines.
He realized Lee's forces were too strong to defeat directly.
He wanted to avoid direct combat with Lee's forces.
He wanted to focus on naval battles instead.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which battle is considered the most famous during the Petersburg Campaign?
The Battle of Gettysburg
The Battle of the Crater
The Battle of Antietam
The Battle of Bull Run
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the outcome of the Union's sixth Corps breaking through Lee's lines?
Lee's forces managed to regroup and counterattack.
The Confederate Army was divided, leading to Lee's surrender.
The Union forces were pushed back to their original positions.
The battle ended in a stalemate with no clear victor.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What message did General Lee send to Jefferson Davis after the Union breakthrough?
He announced his intention to surrender immediately.
He requested reinforcements to continue the fight.
He stated the need to evacuate Petersburg and Richmond.
He declared victory over the Union forces.
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