Standard 9 (Civil War)

Thefirst shots fired during the Civil War occurred at this location

Turning point of the Civil War: the overall deadliest battle ofthe entire conflict

Sherman-ledmarch from Atlanta to Savannah which crippled the South’s ability to continuethe war

AtAmerica’s first national cemetery, President Lincoln gave this speechabout national unity

This ruled slaves to be property and incapable of becoming citizens.

What event is this?

He was elected President of the Confederate States of America

Thesite where General Lee surrendered to General Grant effectively ending theCivil War

Who is this?

While Grants tactics may have seemed harsh, this city finally surrendered after a 2-month seige

ThisUnion general is best known for his infamous March to the Sea

What is this?

ThisRepublican candidate was more of a free soiler than a staunchabolitionist 

Who is this?

Thebloodiest single day battle in US History—it stopped Lee’s advance into theNorth

Lincoln’smoral decree during the Civil War which freed the slaves livingonly within the C.S.A.

Gainingnotoriety at  Battle of Vicksburg, he becomes the Union general,&eventually 18^th POTUS

Who is this?

Mandatorymilitary service requirement which caused massive riots New York during theCivil War

Which of the following characteristics did the South have an advantage over the North?

Despitewinning several victories, this Confederate general was overpoweredby the North

ChiefJustice Roger Taney’s decision in this case enabled slavery to exist anywherein America

Sherman’sconquest of the South’s major railroad hub

Frederick Douglass, William Lloyd Garrison, Sojurner Truth have what in common?

Withdrawalformerly from membership in a federal union

Popular sovereignty-based decision led to the tragic events knownas “Bleeding Kansas”

Theoutcome of this event caused South Carolina to officially secede from the Union

JohnBrown’s attempt to seize weapons to distribute to Southern slaves todefend themselves

Lincolnsdecision to jail Confederate sympathizers in Maryland without charging themwith a crime

Hisuntimely death at Chancellorsville from friendly fire was a severe blow to theConfederacy