Causes of the Civil War
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100

Which war resulted in further animosity between both Slavery and Free states and why?


The Mexican War

It led to more land which further ignited the slavery debate. 

100

This treaty ended the Mexican war in  1848 

Treaty of Guadalupe-Hidalgo

100

The Dred Scott vs. Sanford supreme court ruling determined what? 


A - Slaves were considered property and could be taken to any territory / state

B - Ruled that free and enslaved African- Americans were not citizens and had no rights 

100

This was the Union General that won the siege of Vicksburg, and handled the surrender of Robert E Lee at Appomattox, VA


Ulysses S Grant

100

This general was in charge of Confederate forces during the Civil War


Robert E Lee

200

Why did the Dred Scott decision anger northerners?


Allowed slavery in all territories 

200

What was the primary objective of Abraham Lincoln's presidency during the start of the Civil War?


Preserve the Union


200

This political candidate believed that the slavery issue needed to be resolved by political decree in the election of 1860.


Abraham Lincoln

200

The first shots of the Civil were fired here


Fort Sumter, South Carolina

200

The Battle of Gettysburg was significant because...


It was the turning point of the war, and led to the Union taking the fight to the South

300

What was the importance of Harriet Beecher Stowe's Uncle Toms Cabin?


It resulted in further support for abolitionist movements. 

(It endeared Northerners to see the brutality of slavery) 

300

This was the issue which caused the southern states to revolt against the Union and secede


States Rights.

300

Which political candidate believed in popular sovereignty in states / territories regarding the slave issue?

Stephen A Douglas 

300

This was the capital of the Confederacy during the Civil War


Richmond, VA

300

This was the closing line of which speech given by Abraham Lincoln?

“…that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom -- and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth.”


Gettysburg Address

400

What free state was acquired after the Mexican war?


California 

(Maine)

400

This was the main cause of the Civil War according to the Union 

 Slavery

400

Based on the image, why did Abraham Lincoln win the election of 1860.


The Democrat ran two candidates, dividing the party's votes. 

400

What were some of the advantages which the Union army had during the Civil War? (Name three)


Better industry

Larger Population

Extensive Railroad / Communication System

400

What were some advantages of the Confederate Army during the Civil War (Name three)


They had knowledge of the terrain

They fought harder and truly believed in their cause.

Better Generals

500

This purchase resulted in more U.S territory after the Mexican War.

(Not Guadalupe Hidalgo)


Gadsden Purchase

500

What years did the Civil war take place in?


1861-1865

500

This man was president of the Confederate States of America during the Civil War


Jefferson Davis

500

What was the importance of capturing the Mississippi river?


To weaken the Confederates army and split them in two. 

500

This was issued during the Civil War to free all slaves in rebelling states


Emancipation Proclamation 

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