Comparing the Features of the North and the South

What were some of the differences between the North and the South prior to the Civil War? Listen and follow along with the Reading from the Class Set, then complete notes from teacher. Afterwards, go back and draw a picture that matches the facts from each area.

Climate & Geography North Warm humid summers, cold snowy winters Rocky, hilly, infertile land – not good for farming

Climate & Geography South Warm and sunny. Long, hot, humid summers. Mild winters Great land and soil for agriculture

Climate & Geography How does the climate influence slavery? North Warm humid summers, cold snowy winters Rocky, hilly, infertile land – not good for farming South Warm and sunny. Long, hot, humid summers. Mild winters Great land and soil for agriculture How does the climate influence slavery?

Population North Close to 19 million people by the 1860s. Close to 2 million immigrants settle in the northern U.S.

Population South 12 million people by the 1860s. 4 million of which are slaves. Mostly farmers, only ¼ own slaves.

Population How does the population influence slavery? North Close to 19 million people by the 1860s. Close to 2 million immigrants settle in the northern U.S. South 12 million people by the 1860s. 4 million of which are slaves. Mostly farmers, only ¼ own slaves. How does the population influence slavery?

Cities North Centers of trade and manufacturing. 15% of the population live in cities. Centers of art, culture and education.

Cities South Vast majority of people live on farms not in cities. Industry develops slower in South than in the North.

Cities North Centers of trade and manufacturing. 15% of the population live in cities. Centers of art, culture and education. South Vast majority of people live on farms not in cities. Industry develops slower in South than in the North.

Economy North Variety of industries Industrial Revolution – most people in North make money from factories, production, and trade.

Economy South Heavily based on Agriculture Supported by slavery Cotton is “King” making slavery essential.

Economy North Variety of industries Industrial Revolution – most people in North make money from factories, production, and trade. South Heavily based on Agriculture Supported by slavery Cotton is “King” making slavery essential. How is having more industry going to benefit the North during the War?

Culture North Religion and education very important Encourage new ideas and inventions

Culture South Traditional and conservative The rich elite (aristocracy) ran society.

Culture North Religion and education very important Encourage new ideas and inventions South Traditional and conservative The rich elite (aristocracy) ran society.

Transportation North Roads and canals built across the land. By 1850 over 20,000 miles of railroad tracks had been laid.

Transportation South By 1860 has about 10,000 miles of rail line. Relies mostly on steamboats.

Transportation North Roads and canals built across the land. By 1850 over 20,000 miles of railroad tracks had been laid. South By 1860 has about 10,000 miles of rail line. Relies mostly on steamboats. Why are rail lines and fast modes of transportation important during wars?

So, who do you think has the advantage and why?

North vs. South Who has more people? The North Who has more money? Who has a better mode of transportation? Who has more industry and factories? The North The North The North The North

What advantages does the South have? 1. Better Army – Almost the entire Southern Army is made up of members who served in the U.S. Army. The Southern Generals are some of the best in U.S. history including one of the heroes from the Mexican-American War – Robert E. Lee. 2. The majority of the fighting will be in the South – It is easier to defend than attack. Robert E. Lee