Sherman's March to Atlanta

What was the primary objective of Sherman's campaign across Georgia?

• To capture Richmond

• To take control of Atlanta

• To invade Florida

• To defend Washington D.C.

Who led the Confederate forces attempting to defend Atlanta against Sherman?

• General Ulysses S. Grant

• General Nathan Bedford Forrest

• General Joseph E. Johnston

• General Robert E. Lee

What strategy did Sherman employ instead of a direct assault on Atlanta?

• He negotiated a truce

• He retreated to regroup

• He sealed off supply lines and shelled the city

• He launched a surprise night attack

How did the fall of Atlanta affect the Union's morale?

• It decreased morale due to heavy losses

• It caused confusion and disarray

• It had no significant impact

• It boosted morale by showing the war was winnable

What was a major consequence of Atlanta's capture by Union forces?

• It led to the immediate end of the Civil War

• It isolated Robert E. Lee's army

• It strengthened Confederate supply lines

• It resulted in a Confederate victory