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WorksheetsUnit 07: Civil War & Texas Review 2025
Total questions: 34
Worksheet time: 19mins
Which battles were fought in Texas? Select THREE correct answers.
A. Palmetto Ranch
B. Gettysburg
C. Sabine Pass
D. Galveston
E. Fort Sumter
Even after the Civil War ended, fighting raged on in Texas because --
A. Troops did not read the newspaper.
B. The government of Texas wanted to continue the war.
C. News about the end of the war traveled slowly.
D. Texas was winning the war.
Which of the following were reasons why Texas legislators voted to secede from the Union in 1861? Select TWO correct answers.
A. They feared Lincoln would legally abolish slavery in the U.S.
B. They wanted to prevent the spread of slavery.
C. They wanted to become an independent republic again.
D. They believed the states had the right to nullify federal laws.
E. They needed the protection of the Texas Rangers.
Which famous Texan spoke these words?
"If you go to war with the United States, you will never conquer her..."
William B. Travis
Sam Houston
Stephen F. Austin
Abraham Lincoln
How did slavery influence Texas to enter the Civil War?
Most Texans believed slavery was wrong and wanted to end it.
Most Texans owned slaves and would lose money if slavery was outlawed.
Most Texans believed that slavery was vital to their economy.
Most Texans wanted to end the slave trade.
Which event caused Texas to secede from the Union?
the end of slavery in the U.S.
the election of President Lincoln
the invasion of Union troops
Sam Houston's resignation
Which issue was responsible for Texans JOINING the South in the war?
slavery
Tariff of 1830
Dred Scott decision
Invasion of U.S. Troops
During which era did Texas secede from the Union and join the Confederate States of America? Select the correct answer.
A) Mexican National
B) Texas Revolution
C) Civil War
D) European Exploration
E) Reconstruction
Which location was the site of one of the final Civil War battles that took place a month after the Confederate forces surrendered?
Sabine Pass
Galveston
Palmetto Ranch
Determine whether the description applies to 1845 or 1861:
After nine years as an independent nation, Texas was annexed by the United States.
1845
1861
Determine whether the description applies to 1845 or 1861:
Texas disputed boundaries with Mexico.
1845
1861
Determine whether the description applies to 1845 or 1861:
Texas legislators voted to secede from the United States.
1845
1861
Determine whether the description applies to 1845 or 1861:
Abraham Lincoln became the President of the United States.
1845
1861
Determine whether the description applies to 1845 or 1861:
The Civil War began following the Battle of Fort Sumter.
1845
1861
Which of the following statements BEST describes the Civil War era? Select TWO correct answers.
A. Sam Houston defeated General Santa Anna at the Battle of San Jacinto.
B. Enslaved persons learned about their freedom on the 19th of June.
C. Confederate General Lee surrendered to General Grant at Appomattox Courthouse.
D. Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act in 1965.
E. Martin Luther King, Jr. led protests against segregation and discrimination.
Juneteenth is a holiday celebrated in Texas because --
It is the day that slaves were freed in Texas.
It is the day that the war ended in Texas.
It is the day that slavery was limited in Texas.
It is the day that the war began in Texas.
One of the greatest social effects of the Civil War in Texas was --
A. Women had to fight in the war.
B. Women had to take on more responsibilities.
C. Men had to take care of the children.
D. None of the above.
Why were the delegates at the Secession Convention in FAVOR of having Texas secede from the Union?
They were tired of paying high federal income tax.
They wanted Abraham Lincoln to be president.
They felt the United States gave states too many rights.
They believed citizens should be allowed to own slaves.
Which Governor was removed from office for refusing to take the Oath of Allegiance to the Confederacy?
Mirabeau Lamar
Francis Lubbock
Sam Houston
John Bell Hood
What was the significance of the Battle of Galveston during the Civil War?
It was the first battle of the Civil War
It was a major Union victory
It was a major Confederate victory
It ended the Civil War
What is the significance of Appomattox Courthouse?
Ulysses S. Grant surrenders
Lincoln surrenders
Sam Houston surrenders
Robert E Lee surrenders
How did plantations change as more workers were needed?
Plantation owners used slaves to do the work.
Plantation owners did the work themselves.
The plantations did not change.
most plantations had schools.
What happened to enslaved Texans after the war’s end?
They were taken by the Union army to the North.
They continued working wherever they had been before the war effort.
They were freed.
They were imprisoned.
Which battle is considered the last major battle of the Civil War fought in Texas?
Battle of San Jacinto
Battle of Palmito Ranch
Battle of Galveston
Battle of Sabine Pass
What was the impact of the Emancipation Proclamation on Texas during the Civil War?
It led to Texas rejoining the Union
It had little immediate effect due to limited Union presence
It immediately freed all slaves in Texas
It caused a major slave uprising in Texas
Which event marked the beginning of the Civil War in 1861?
The signing of the Emancipation Proclamation
The election of Abraham Lincoln
The Battle of Fort Sumter
The Battle of Gettysburg
What was the impact of the Civil War on the economy of Texas?
It had no significant impact
It resulted in increased trade with Mexico
It caused a decline in the cotton industry
It led to a boom in the oil industry
What was the primary reason for the economic decline in Texas during the Civil War?
The discovery of oil
The blockade of ports by Union forces
The increase in cotton production
The influx of immigrants
Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution officially abolished slavery?
13th Amendment
14th Amendment
15th Amendment
16th Amendment
What was the role of Texas in the Confederate war effort?
It was a major supplier of troops and supplies
It remained neutral throughout the war
It was a stronghold for Union forces
It was primarily focused on naval battles
What was the main reason for the slow spread of news about the end of the Civil War in Texas?
A. Lack of telegraph lines
B. Deliberate misinformation
C. Hostile Native American tribes
D. Poor weather conditions
Which of the following was a significant challenge faced by Texas during the Reconstruction era?
C. Forming alliances with European nations
D. Expanding the cattle industry
A. Rebuilding infrastructure
B. Establishing new trade routes
How did the Civil War affect the social structure in Texas?
D. It increased the influence of Native American tribes
B. It caused a shift in gender roles
A. It led to the rise of a new political party
C. It resulted in the abolition of all social classes
