WorksheetsPractice MS STudies CTA Term II
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Which of these was a Northern advantage at the start of the Civil War?
highly trained soldiers
abundant natural resources
fighting in familiar territory
control of the Mississippi River
Which of these was a Southern advantage at the start of the Civil War?
large population
strong military leadership
control of the railway system
many factories and businesses
At the beginning of the Civil War, the greatest weakness of the North was
its fragile economy.
its transportation system.
its lack of factories.
its military leadership.
Why did Northerners believe Richmond was so important?
They believed that the war could be won if they destroyed the Confederate capital.
If the North controlled Richmond, it would divide the Confederacy in two.
All food and weapons supplies entered the Confederacy through Richmond.
They wanted to control Richmond because it was the birthplace of Abraham Lincoln.
Families were often split with some family members fighting for the North and others fighting for the South. Which section of the country was most affected by this issue?
The New England region
The new territories out west
The border states
The deep south
What was the significance of the Battle of Bull Run?
It proved that the South was weak.
It showed that the North would win.
It proved that a quick victory was impossible.
It showed that the armies were unwilling to fight long battles.
Why was the Battle of Gettysburg a turning point in the Civil War?
General Lee lost so much of his army that he could only wage a defensive war on Southern soil.
The morale of Union soldiers was so low that their determination to win had vanished.
The Confederate victory convinced European nations to lend their support to the South.
The battle convinced both sides to declare a truce and end the war.
Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation declared that
slaves in U.S. territories were free.
slaves throughout the world were free.
slaves in Confederate states were free.
slaves in Union slave states were free.
Why did Lincoln echo the words of the Declaration of Independence in his Gettysburg Address?
He wanted to remind the people of the ideals they were fighting for.
He had great admiration for Thomas Jefferson and often used his words in speeches.
He was making the point that the Union was fighting for its freedom from the Confederacy.
He intended to convince the people that God was fighting on the Union side.
Why can it be said that the Battle of Antietam was a defeat for both sides?
The generals of both armies were killed in the battle.
Both sides lost the will to continue fighting.
It was the bloodiest single day of the war.
Neither side claimed victory in the battle.
What was the result of the Battle of Vicksburg?
The Confederate troops deserted.
The Union controlled all Southern ports.
The Union gained control of the Mississippi River.
The Confederacy enlisted more troops than ever before.
What did women do during the war?
They ran farms and businesses in the places of the men who went off to war.
Some served the military as messengers, guides, scouts, smugglers, or spies.
Many provided medical care for sick and wounded soldiers.
all of the above
Which of these describes General Sherman’s march through Georgia?
an example of total war
a defeat for both armies
a peaceful end to the conflict
the bloodiest battle of the war
What eventually happened at the Siege of Vicksburg?
The Confederacy, led by Stonewall Jackson, broke the siege and chased the Union army northward.
After six weeks, residents had to resort to eating horses, dogs, and rats which led to Vicksburg's surrender.
After six weeks, Robert E. Lee broke the Union lines and saved the residents of Vicksburg.
This was the bloodiest battle of the Civil War, resulting in over 25,000 deaths in one day.
What was the final outcome of The Battle of Shiloh?
The Confederacy declared victory and moved toward Gettysburg to capture Lincoln.
The Union army gained more control over the Mississippi Valley.
It was a siege that resulted in the residents having to eat horses, dogs, and rats.
The Union earned the decisive victory as Sherman continued his scorched earth strategy all the way to Atlanta.
How did Ulysses S. Grant contribute to the Union's cause?
He was the commander in charge of all Union forces and eventually accepted Robert E. Lee's surrender at Appomattox Courthouse.
He eventually became the 16th president and was the first Democrat elected to the executive branch.
He was in charge of special operations intended to bring down the leadership of the Confederacy.
He was a strategic advisor to President Lincoln and helped draft the Emancipation Proclamation.
Why did President Lincoln choose NOT to abolish slavery at the beginning of his presidency.
His wife had family living in the South and did not want to anger any of them.
He actually was never an abolitionist and remained somewhat neutral on this issue.
He was committed primary at keeping the Union together and believed the South would secede if he abolished slavery.
He believed that slavery was an important part of the southern economy and did not want to disrupt this.
Why could the Second Battle of Bull Run be considered a turning point?
It was yet another Confederate victory which gave Robert E. Lee the confidence to push north.
It was not really a turning point at all other than Stonewall Jackson received his nickname here.
It was a great naval victory led by David Farragut which resulted in the siege of New Orleans.
It was a much needed victory for the Union which gave them confidence moving forward.
What could be considered a psychological advantage the Confederacy had over the Union?
They believed that slavery was protected by the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence.
They had no psychological edge because the North had a population 4x the size of the South.
They believed they were "invaded" and were forced to protect their homeland.
They were able to obtain a huge ally in Great Britain.
Winfield Scott's two part strategy to gain an edge vs. the South included which of the following?
Destroy New Orleans and gain control of Fort Sumter.
Gain the loyalty of southern slaves and get them to join the Union army.
March to Atlanta using the "scorched earth" method and gain control of the Mississippi River.
Destroy the South's economy with a naval blockade and gain control of the Mississippi River.
Why is Fort Sumter considered a significant event of the Civil War?
It was the bloodiest battle of the Civil War with over 25,000 casualties and turned the tide to give the North an advantage.
It was the first battle of the Civil War that prompted President Lincoln to declare the South in a state of rebellion.
It was not that significant because only one person died during the conflict.
It was a port in Charleston, SC, where major military technologies were developed.
Why did the United States (Union) originally fight in the Civil War?
To end slavery
To stop the Confederacy from seceeding
To protect Latin American nations from Europe
To take over California and the gold that was discovered
General Sherman's March to the Sea is best described as an example of...
Marching
Apriling
Total War
Mostly War
"Total War" is best described by...
Allowing the navy to trade with enemy
Destroying farms, town, cities, railroads to hurt the civilian life
Women and children being involved in fighting the enemy
Twice the amount of "Half War"
Which of the following was an advantage for the Confederacy? Select all that apply
More farming
More Money
More Men
More Railways
What advantages did the Union have over the Confederacy?
Better Generals
Stronger allies
Natives were on their side
More people, more factories and food, more railroads
How did Lincoln abolish slavery in ALL states?
He ordered them free
Congress passed the 13th Amendment
He used the Declaration of Independence. "All Men are Created Equal"
He did nothing
How did the Unions victory strengthen the power of the national government?
It forfeited the states power
It ensured that states would never again secede
It let the Confederacy quit without a fight
It declared that states rights do not matter
How did the Union hope to damage Confederate trade and transportation during the Civil War?
By patrolling rivers and the Gulf of Mexico
By attacking railroads
By blockading ports and controlling the Mississippi River
By taking over Southern farms and factories
What was ONE reason why there were food shortages in the South?
Farming machinery was taken by the Union army
Farmland was used as Prisoner camps
Farm products became too expensive to buy
Most of the farm workers fought in the military
Why was the surrender at Vicksburg crucial to the success of the Union campaign in the West?
It allowed the Union to control the Mississippi River
It allowed the Union to surround the Capital city
It allowed the Union to Blockade important railroads
It allowed the Union to occupy new territories
Why did Lincoln think it was necessary for the country to ratify the 13th Amendment?
To give citizenship to former slaves
To officially abolish slavery in the entire country
To allow slaves to vote in the upcoming election
To provide a way to educate former slaves
The Republican party was established on the belief of
Destroying the South
Helping slavery spread
Opposing slavery
Going to war
This 1857 ruling declared slaves are property and not citizens therefore they had no rights.
What battle was the single, bloodiest day in the Civil War?
Bull Run
Antietam
Gettysburg
Manassas
Which battle is considered the turning point of the Civil War?
Battle of Antietam
Siege of Vickburg
Appomattox Courthouse
Battle of Gettysburg
Who was the 16th President of the United States, a Republican, served during the Civil War?
Jefferson Davis
Abraham Lincoln
Ulysses S. Grant
Robert E. Lee
Who was the only elected president of the Confederate States of America?
Ulysses S. Grant
Robert E. Lee
Jefferson Davis
Abraham Lincoln
Who was the commander of the Union Army after 1864?
Robert E. Lee
Ulysses S. Grant
Abraham Lincoln
Jefferson Davis
At which fort did the first hostilities of the Civil War take place?
Fort Wagner
Fort Sumter
Fort Hood
For Warren
Use the following chart to answer the question that follows.
According to the bar graph, what region had the larger share of resources in the United States?
The South
The North
The West
All regions had equal amount of resources
What was the original goal of the Union at the start of the Civil War?
Ban slavery
Restore the Union
Separate from the United States
Make slavery legal everywhere
Which document signed by Abraham Lincoln freed all slaves on January 1, 1863, in the states that were still in rebellion?
Kansas-Nebraska Act
Compromise of 1850
Emancipation Proclamation
The Gettysburg Address
Who was the general that surrendered to General Grant at Appomattox Courthouse in 1865 ending the Civil War?
Stonewall Jackson
Robert E. Lee
Winfield Scott
Abraham Lincoln
At the end of which battle did General Grant and his troops secure control of the Mississippi River?
Antietam
Gettysburg
Vicksburg
Richmond
Why did the battle of Fort Sumter occur?
South Carolinia had seceded and wanted the fort.
The Union wanted the fort.
The Confederacy wanted the gold stored in the fort.
The slaves wanted the fort.
Where did most freed blacks live before the Civil War?
The north
The South
The West
Florida
What was the number one goal for the United States after the Civil War ended?
Implement a plan to bring the southern states back into the Union
Make sure all freed slaves were well adjusted to life in the Union
Elect new governors for all the Confederate states
Implement a plan to pay off the huge new debt
Who was the leader of the Union Army?
General Grant
General Lee
General Sherman
General Jackson
What was a major cause for the Civil War?
Differences over slavery and States' Rights.
Differences over trade with European countries.
Different state alliances with European countries.
None of these answers are correct.
Which 3-day battle was the turning point of the war for the Union army?
Gettysburg
Antietam
Cold Harbor
Fall of Richmond
Dred Scott Was...
A Slave
A Slave Owner
A Minister
An Army Soldier
What Claim Did Dred Scott Sue With?
Slavery Is Illegal
Since He Had Once Lived In An Anti-Slavery Area He Would Always Be Free
No One Should be a Slave or Own Slaves.
People with Slaves Should be Prosecuted
Which Of The Following Was In The Final Ruling?
Slavery Could Never Legally End
Slaves Were Property And Not Citizens And Could Not Sue In Court
Slavery Helped The Economy
Slaves Were Essential To A Healthy Life
Abolish
To end
Take over territory
A group of settlers
Which was NOT a confederate state?
Florida
Mississippi
Ohio
Virginia
The year the Civil War happen was in..
1861
1867
The South was given a ultimatum by Lincoln to...
Start the war
Free the slaves
surrender
become rich
Sectionalism
Focus on the interest of one's own region over the interest of the country
A state in which supreme power is held by the people and their elected representatives.
Take over territory
Why were the delegates at the Secession Convention in favor of Texas leaving the Union?
They considered slavery vital to the economy
They disagreed with paying high federal taxes
They thought the National Government was influenced by Britain
To start the war and battle for their life
Blockade
the expression of or the ability to express thoughts and feelings by articulate sounds.
Using navel vassals to prevent shipment of supplies
a condition compared to that of a slave in respect of exhausting labor or restricted freedom.
a person one works with, especially in something secret or illegal
What do you call a white southern republican?
Carpetbagger
Scalawag
Sharecropper
Rich Land Owner
Written laws that restricted the rights of freedman were ____
Freedman's Bureau
De Facto Segregation
Black Codes
Civil Rights Amendments
How was sharecropping different than slavery?
Sharecroppers and slaves received no pay
Sharecroppers were tied to the land while slaves were not.
Sharecroppers received some pay
Slaves were constantly in debt
Why did Reconstruction take longer in MS than many other states?
MS had a higher African American population and was one of the last states to secede.
MS had a lower African American population and was one the first states to secede.
MS had a lower African American population and was one of the last states to secede.
MS had a higher African American population and was one the first states to secede.
Most Mississippian's loved Radical Republicans
True
False
Which is NOT a reason a woman would help during the Civil War?
They supported their husbands
They wanted to seek adventure
They felt it was their duty to help
They supported Reconstruction
Why was Vicksburg vital to the Confederacy?
By losing Vicksburg, the Confederacy was cut in half and now had lost complete control of the MS River.
The South’s large amount of railroads all merged into Vicksburg, cutting off their travelling capabilities.
With Vicksburg lying on the Gulf Coast, the Confederacy lost any defense from an invasion from the Gulf.
Vicksburg was not a vital loss to the Confederacy.
As Vice President, Andrew Johnson took over when Abraham Lincoln was assassinated. How well did Lincoln's and Johnson's views align?
Johnson had the same views as Lincoln.
Johnson disagreed with the Union's views on slavery.
Johnson disagreed with the South seceding.
Johnson aligned more with the radical republicans.
Under Lincoln's plan, southern states had to ratify the Reconstruction amendments before they could be readmitted to the Union.
TRUE
FALSE
What did the 13th amendment do?
Readmit southern states
Abolish slavery
Guarantee rights to a fair trial
Granted all men the right to vote
What did the 14th amendment do?
Declared all black citizens equal under the law
Abolished slavery
Expanded suffrage to all male citizens
Readmitted southern states
What did the 15th amendment do?
Declared all black citizens equal under the law
Abolished slavery
Expanded suffrage to all male citizens
Readmitted southern states
What are black codes?
State and local restrictions placed on black people after the Civil War.
State and local programs to help freedmen after the Civil War.
Federal regulations for state governments to follow.
Federal restrictions placed on black people after the Civil War.
What was the main goal of the Reconstruction Era?
Rebuilding the US after the Civil War
Rebuilding cities after an earthquake.
Hurting the feelings of people who disagreed
Constructing new ways of working
a tax a person must pay in order to vote
literacy test
poll tax
black codes
segregation
Ku Klux Klan
A terrorizing organization that sucessfully denyed African American equal rights and equal access by killing many.
Terrorizing organization which attempted to deny African Americans equal rights and equal access through violence and threats.
Examples of Black Codes
African Americans were unable to carry weapons, congregate after dark, live in certain neighborhoods, intermarry, etc.
Able to choose where they wanted to live, could manage their jobs by themselves, have meetings if they wanted to, intermarry, and carry weapons if they feel they need to.
Which Reconstruction Amendment granted citizenship to everyone born in the United States?
Thirteenth Amendment
Fourteenth Amendment
Fifteenth Amendment
Which Reconstruction Amendment granted voting rights to all male citizens?
Thirteenth Amendment
Fourteenth Amendment
Fifteenth Amendment
Which Reconstruction Amendment abolished slavery in the United States?
Thirteenth Amendment
Fourteenth Amendment
Fifteenth Amendment
Who became President after Abraham Lincoln?
Thaddeus Stevens
Ulysses Grant
Andrew Johnson
Rutherford B Hayes
Created in 1865, the ______ provided food, clothing, education and legal advice to newly freed slaves.
Freedman's Bureau
Tuskegee Institute
Freedom Train
Department of Reconstruction
Why wasn't Lincoln's Reconstruction Plan implemented?
He lost the election
He wasn't feeling it
He was assassinated
North lost the Civil War
The Reconstruction Act divided the South into five military districts.
True
False
The first elected African American Senator was ________.
Hiram Rhodes Revels
Jim Crow
Carpetbaggers
Scalawags
How were African Americans treated in the South immediately after the ratification of the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments?
They were given their own land and livestock as compensation for slavery.
They were forced to pay their former owners compensation for their emancipation.
They were able to vote and participate in public life for the first time.
They achieved complete social and economic equality with other Southerners.
Which of these ended Reconstruction?
Missouri Compromise
Compromise of 1850
Compromise of 1877
The Okay Compromise
How did the South try to keep African Americans from voting?
Literacy tests
Poll taxes
Intimidation
All of the above
Which organization helped newly freed African Americans?
Ku Klux Klan
White League
Freedmen's Bureau
Jim Crow
Which of these is a term for newly freed African Americans?
Freedmen
Carpetbaggers
Scalawags
Indentured Servants
Which of these is NOT a term of Lincoln's 10% Plan?
10% of all voters must swear an oath of loyalty
States must accept the 13th Amendment
Confederate leaders must be executed
Create a revised state constitution
Who won the Civil War?
The Union
The Confederacy
Who assassinated President Abraham Lincoln?
Lee Harvey Oswald
John Wilkes Booth
Charles J. Guiteau
As Vice President, Andrew Johnson took over when Abraham Lincoln was assassinated. How well did Lincoln's and Johnson's views align?
Johnson had the same views as Lincoln.
Johnson disagreed with the Union's views on slavery.
Johnson disagreed with the South seceding.
Johnson aligned more with the radical republicans.
Under Lincoln's plan, southern states had to ratify the Reconstruction amendments before they could be readmitted to the Union.
TRUE
FALSE
What are black codes?
State and local restrictions placed on black people after the Civil War.
State and local programs to help freedmen after the Civil War.
Federal regulations for state governments to follow.
Federal restrictions placed on black people after the Civil War.
Why did Radical Republicans in Congress impeach President Andrew Johnson?
He attempted to start a second Civil War.
He did not want to readmit southern states back to the Union.
He was accused of violating legislation pertaining to Reconstruction.
He was accused of war crimes for his actions during the Civil War.
What was the ultimate goal of groups like the Ku Klux Klan?
To enforce the Reconstruction amendments.
To promote reunification of the United States.
To enforce inequality against black people.
To enforce sharecropping in the south.
Which one of these answers is not a reason on why Reconstruction ended in 1877? Pick the answer that does not belong
Republicans took over the South after Reconstruction ended
Union (Northern) troops were taken out of the South in the Compromise of 1877
Democrats took over the South after Reconstruction ended
people cared about the bad economy and the Panic of 1873, not civil rights in the South
What was the main goal of the Reconstruction Era?
Rebuilding the US after the Civil War
Rebuilding cities after an earthquake.
Hurting the feelings of people who disagreed
Constructing new ways of working
What was the purpose of the Black Codes after the Civil War?
To provide services for newly freed African Americans
To help African Americans exercise their rights
To limit the rights of African Americans
To help white farmers exercise their rights
What laws replaced Black Codes and encouraged segregation in the South?
Marshall Laws
Reconstruction laws
"Jim Crow" laws
Segregation Laws
These were used to take away the rights of African Americans in the South after the Civil War.
Amendments
White Codes
Black Codes
Civil Rights
Sharecropping was like a new form of slavery, because farmers were always ________________.
in debt to the landowners
debt free from the landowners.
making lots of money from the landowners.
forced to work certain hours.
Southern whites who backed the Republicans were called _________ , a term meaning "scoundrel" or " worthless rascal".
scoundrels.
scalawags.
Southern Simps.
carpetbaggers.
What is it called when racial groups are separated?
discrimination
segregation
laws
The granting of a pardon to a large number of persons
Amnesty
Impeach
Sharecropping
Grandfather Clause
To formally charge a public official with misconduct in office
Impeach
Amnesty
Ratification
Black Codes
exempting certain classes of people or things from the requirements of a piece of legislation affecting their previous rights, privileges, or practices.
Grandfather Clause
Ratification
Impeach
Sharecropping
After the war, many southerners accused governments of ___________________, or dishonest or illegal actions.
dishonesty
corruption
kickback
bribe
A method used to prevent African Americans from voting by requiring prospective voters to read and write at a specific level?
poll tax
grandfather clause
literacy test
black codes
Crop sold for money at market
Columbian Exchange
Cash
Crop
Colony
Triangle Trade
________________ is to bring different groups together.
Segregate
Integrate
