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Causes of the War North Views South Views

North Views The North was focused on city life and their industrial society. After the Louisiana Purchase, the North wanted the land to be made up of free states. They were for the abolition of slavery and tried to gain sympathy for their abolitionist movement.

South Views The south was very reliant on the cotton crop, therefore also dependent on slavery. After the United Stated gained land from the Louisiana Purchase, the south wanted that land to be slave territory. They were against the abolition of slavery and had strict consequences for slaves who tried to run away.

Major Battles Fort Sumter Shiloh 1 st Bull Run 2 nd Bull Run Gettysburg

Fort Sumter Officially started the Civil War Open fire, although no soldiers were killed A call to arms from both sides After a Confederate victory, Abraham Lincoln sought out more volunteers for the war.

Shiloh Ulysses S. Grant vs. P.G.T. Beauregard Took place in Southwestern Tennessee 2 day battle Bloodiest day in American History Considered to be America’s introduction to the “total warfare” part of the war Union victory

1 st Bull Run Also known as First Manassas First major battle of the Civil War Union Led by Irwin McDowell Confederates led by Joseph E. Johnston and P.G.T. Beauregard Confederate victory

2 nd Bull Run John Pope vs. Robert E. Lee Stonewall Jackson ordered an attack on a federal column that was passing across his Warren Turnpike Pope proceeded to attack Confederate victory

Gettysburg George E. Meade vs. Robert E. Lee Took place in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania Largest and most costly battle in United States History 3 day battle Take down of Meade’s army= turning point in the war Union victory boosted their confidence

Life at War Weapons Used Common Challenges of Soldiers African-American Soldiers

Weapons Used Bayonets Swords Handguns Rifles Artillery Pieces pikes

Common Challenges of Soldiers Poorly trained Inadequately fed Poor housing conditions Lacked proper medical care Had no access to sports, entertainment, etc.

African-American Soldiers Made up 10% of the Union Army Only free black men could enlist as a result of the Emancipation Proclamation Due to Racial Prejudices, most Blacks were given non-combat jobs such as cooks and laborers. Paid less than white soldiers

Historical Documents Emancipation Proclamation Gettysburg Address

Emancipation Proclamation Issued by President Abraham Lincoln on January 1, 1863 Granted freedom to slaves under Union control Allowed black soldiers to fight for the Union Tied the issue of slavery directly to the war Purpose was to restore peace and Union control in the Civil War

Gettysburg Address Given by President Abraham Lincoln Dedication ceremony to honor the soldiers who died in the battle of Gettysburg, which turned the tide of the war to the Union. Although it was only a 2 minute long speech, it is the most quoted one in American History

Review North vs. South opposing views – North= antislavery – South= pro slavery Major Battles – First and Second battle of Bull run – Fort Sumter (start of war) – Shiloh (bloodiest battle) – Gettysburg

Review Continued Life at War – Soldiers had it rough and Black soldiers had it even harder – Many weapons used such as bayonets, swords, and handguns Major Documents/Speeches – Emancipation Proclamation – Gettysburg address Both given by Abraham Lincoln Quiz!

Welcome to the Quiz Each question is multiple choice or true or false. Clicking on an answer will give you instant feedback. Answer each question until you have completed the quiz with 100% accuracy.

Question 1 Which of the following was NOT a cause of the Civil War? A) The South’s reliance on slavery for agriculture B) The North tried to steal the South’s slaves C) The North wanting to abolish slavery D) The Louisiana Purchase

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Question 2 Which battle was known as the bloodiest battle in American History? A) Fort Sumter B) Gettysburg C) 1 st battle of Bull Run D) Shiloh

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Question 3 True or False? The Union won the 2 nd battle of Bull Run. A) True B) False

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Question 4 Which of the following battles was known as the turning point of the war for the Union? A) Shiloh B) 2 nd battle of Bull Run C) Gettysburg D) Fort Sumter

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Question 5 Which of the following was NOT a weapon used in the Civil War? A) Handguns B) Rifles C) Bayonets D) Atomic Bombs

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Question 6 True of False? Soldiers had to struggle with inadequate housing, training, and medical care. A) True B) False

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Question 7 True or False? Due to prejudices, African American soldiers were given non-combat jobs such as being cooks. A) True B) False

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Question 8 This famous speech only lasted about 2 minutes long. A) The Emancipation Proclamation B) “I Have a Dream” C) The Gettysburg Address D) The Declaration of Independence

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Question 9 This famous document allowed Black soldiers to fight for the Union. A) The Emancipation Proclamation B) The Declaration of Independence C) The Constitution D) The Gettysburg Address

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Question 10 The Gettysburg Address was so important because A) It honored the soldiers who died in the battle of Gettysburg. B) It boosted Union morale C) Both A and B D) None of the above

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