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- 1. Multiple Choice
Which event was the catalyst for the secession of the Southern states from the Union? pg. 3-18
The ships at Fort Sumter being destroyed by the North
The Election of Abraham Lincoln as President, thought he would end slavery.
The issuance of the Emancipation Proclamation
The abolition of Slavery in the South
- 2. Multiple Choice
How did the Abolitionist movement create tension between the North and the South? pg. 3-18
It led to a breakdown of compromise between the North and the South
It brought the end of slavery to the forefront of discussion.
It caused the Southern States to secede from the Union.
It highlighted the horrors of slavery and brought shame to Southern land owners.
- 3. Multiple Choice
"This country will be drenched in blood. The people of the North are not going to let the country be destroyed without a mighty effort to save it. Besides, where are your men and appliances of war to contend against them? You are rushing into war with one of the most powerful, ingeniously mechanical and determined people on earth - right at your doors. Only in spirit and determination are you prepared for war. In all else you are totally unprepared."
The quote above was spoken by William T. Sherman upon hearing the news that the southern states had begun to secede. Which of the following is Sherman’s projection as the outcome and/or consequence of southern secession?
A. There will be a war in which the South will win due to their militaristic nature and abundance of weapons.
B. There will be a war in which the South will win due to their governmental dominance and obvious determination.
C. There will be a war in which the North will win due to their technological advancements.
D. There will be a war in which the North will win due to their stability though political, social, and economic condition
- 4. Multiple Choice
What were the social, political, and economic consequences of the Civil War? pg. 3-18
The national debt increased, the planation system no longer existed in the South, and racial problems intensified in the southern states.
B. Slavery was abolished in all Northern states and in federal territories north of 36⁰30’N.
C. The abolishment of slavery ended racial discrimination and established social equality throughout the nation.
D. The power of the federal government was strengthened, the planation system ended in the South, and slavery was abolishe
- 5. Multiple Choice
What was the Historical Significance of the Missouri Compromise. pg. 6
Maine was admitted as a free state, and Missouri as a slave state
Compromise over the issue of slavery; no slaves above 36 30 line, slavery allowed below it
The fugitive slave law was ended in all state
Abraham Lincoln allowed slavery in the border states
- 6. Multiple Choice
Which of the following was a part of the Compromise of 1850? (pg.7)
Slavery ended in Kansas and Missouri
Slavery was allowed to continue in the Union
California was admitted as a free state
The Fugitive Slave law became more extensive in the North
- 7. Open Ended
Explain in One sentence the MAIN reason the North went to war with the South in the Civil War.
- 8. Open Ended
Explain the Historical Significance of Bleeding Kansas in One sentence (pg. 8)
- 9. Multiple Choice
What was the significance of The Dredd Scott Decision? pg. 8
Slavery would be allowed in Missouri and all new states
The Supreme Court ruled that runaway slaves had the right to leave their master
The Supreme Court ruled that slaves had no rights
California was admitted as a free state and New York as a slave state
- 10. Multiple Choice
How did the Anaconda Plan serve as an advantage to the North during the Civil War?
It allowed the North to control important cities with it's army
It allowed the North to surround the South with it's soldiers
It allowed the North to gain a stronghold which led to the defeat of the South
It allowed the North to cut off supplies to the south using it's Navy
- 11. Open Ended
Explain the Historical Significance of the Emancipation Proclamation by Abraham Lincoln in1 sentence. Did it free all slaves? pg. 13
- 12. Multiple Choice
Which of the following was a direct consequence of the Civil War?
The disintegration of the Whig Party.
The addition of new states to the Union.
The use of popular sovereignty to decide the issue of slavery
The extension of voting rights to African American men.
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