History:
When did the American civil war take place?
1861-1865
What does “Union” mean in the text?
Union means the United States government.
What part of the South’s population was African American?
one-third (33%).
How many years did the american civil war last?
4 years
What does “abolition of slavery” mean?
It means ending slavery.
Why were white people in the South afraid of ending slavery?
They were afraid of losing control and power.
Which two groups fought against each other in the American Civil War?
11 of the southern states vs. 25 states of the Union.
What does it mean in the text that "children of slaves were also slaves”?
If parents were slaves, their children were slaves too.
What could happen to southern politics if slavery ended?
African Americans could get more rights and influence.
Why was the group of 25 states called "the Union"?
Because it represented the federal government of the United States.
What does it mean that the South was “dependent on slave labour”?
The South’s economy needed slaves to work on farms.
What problems would African Americans face after freedom?
Racism, discrimination, and lack of opportunities.
Why did the North and South argue about new states in the West?
They argued about whether new states should allow slavery.
What does “balance of power” mean in this text?
It means who has control and influence in society.