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Why was it illegal to teach slaves to read or write?

To prevent rebellions and escape

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When did the the Civil War begin?
It began April 12, 1861
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What happened after the battle of Gettysburg to improve morale?

The Gettysburg Address

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Who was Ulysses S. Grant?

Ulysses S. Grant was the 18th president of the United States following his success as military commander in the American Civil War.

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What was the most famous battle during the Civil War?

Battle of Gettysburg

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Who were Abolitionists?

People who worked to end slavery.

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When did the Civil War end?
May 13, 1865
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How many soldiers died from the North trying to take over Fort Sumter?
There were none
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What battle of the Civil War did Ulysses S. Grant fight in?
Battle of Shiloh.
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Where did the Battle of Antietam take place?

Maryland

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Name one Abolitionist

Acceptable Answers (just a name a few):

John Brown

Harriet Tubman

Fredrick Douglas

Sojourner Truth 

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When were African Americans allowed to fight in the Civil War?
January 1, 1863
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Which battle had the most casualties in the Civil War?
The Battle of Antietam
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Who was Stonewall Jackson?
Confederate general during the American Civil War
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What state did the Battle of Shiloh take place at?

Tennessee

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What law required escaped slaves in the North to be returned to enslavement in the South?

Fugitive Slave Law

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Why were Western nations more likely to support the North in the Civil War?

They ended slavery

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What battle in the Civil War had the most casualties in one day?
Battle of Shiloh
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What battle(s) was Robert E. Lee a General in?
Battle of Gettysburg
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Why is the 1st Battle of Bull Run important?

First land battle of the Civil War

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Which president abolished slavery?

Abe Lincoln

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The Civil War was a fight to end what? 

Slavery

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During the Civil War, the most common cause of death was ______.

Infection or disease

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Who was the first Civil War General?

Robert E. Lee

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Where did the South surrender, ending the Civil War?

Appomattox Court House