The Basics
What topic caused the Civil War
slavery
What was President Lincolns first name?
Abraham
Where did the Battle of Gettysburg take place?
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
Who won the Battle of Vicksburg?
The Union
What was the 14th Amendment?
Declared that states could not limit the rights of citizens.
What were abolitionists?
People who wanted to abolish or end slavery.
In what city is President Lincoln's hometown and tomb?
Springfield Illinois
What was President Lincolns famous speech called?
The Gettysburg Address
Who was the lead General for the Union?
Ulysses S. Grant
What was the 15th amendment?
Gave all men the right to vote, no matter the color of their skin.
What is a civil war?
A war between two groups or regions with in a nation.
George Washington was the first U.S. President, what number was Lincoln?
16th
Who was the main speaker that day? (his speech was two hours long)
Edward Everett
How long did the Battle of Vicksburg last?
47 days
Who took over as President after Lincoln was killed?
Andrew Johnson
What were the northern soldiers called?
Union soldiers
How did President Lincoln die?
Assassination
President Lincolns speech said four score and seven years ago. How many years is a score?
20 years
Who led the Confederate Army during the Battle of Vicksburg?
Robert E. Lee
Who led the country during the Civil War?
Abraham Lincoln
What were the southern soldiers called?
Confederate soldiers
Who assassinated President Lincoln?
John Wilkes Booth
Why was the event held at the Battlefield of Gettysburg on November 19, 1863?
The Dedication of the Gettysburg National Cemetery
Why was the Mississippi River important to the Battle of Vicksburg?
The win gain control of river and would cut off the supply line to the losing side.
Who was the 18th President?
Ulysses S. Grant