Military Conflict in the Civil War - AP U.S. History
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What was the purpose of the Union's Anaconda Plan?
What was the purpose of the Union's Anaconda Plan?
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To blockade Southern ports and control the Mississippi River. Split the Confederacy and cut supply lines.
To blockade Southern ports and control the Mississippi River. Split the Confederacy and cut supply lines.
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Which Union general was known for his 'total war' strategy?
Which Union general was known for his 'total war' strategy?
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General William Tecumseh Sherman. Targeted civilian infrastructure to break Southern morale.
General William Tecumseh Sherman. Targeted civilian infrastructure to break Southern morale.
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Who was the main commander of the Confederate Army?
Who was the main commander of the Confederate Army?
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General Robert E. Lee. Virginia's top general and military tactician.
General Robert E. Lee. Virginia's top general and military tactician.
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Identify the first state to secede from the Union.
Identify the first state to secede from the Union.
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South Carolina. Seceded December 20, 1860 after Lincoln's election.
South Carolina. Seceded December 20, 1860 after Lincoln's election.
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How did the Civil War officially end?
How did the Civil War officially end?
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With General Lee's surrender at Appomattox Court House. Lee's surrender April 9, 1865 ended major fighting.
With General Lee's surrender at Appomattox Court House. Lee's surrender April 9, 1865 ended major fighting.
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Identify the significance of the Battle of Shiloh.
Identify the significance of the Battle of Shiloh.
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It demonstrated the war would be long and bloody. April 6-7, 1862 surprised both sides with its scale.
It demonstrated the war would be long and bloody. April 6-7, 1862 surprised both sides with its scale.
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What was the result of the Battle of Fredericksburg?
What was the result of the Battle of Fredericksburg?
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A significant Confederate victory. December 13, 1862 assault failed with heavy Union losses.
A significant Confederate victory. December 13, 1862 assault failed with heavy Union losses.
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Which Union victory gave them control of the Mississippi River?
Which Union victory gave them control of the Mississippi River?
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The Siege of Vicksburg. Grant's campaign secured the Mississippi River.
The Siege of Vicksburg. Grant's campaign secured the Mississippi River.
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What was the significance of the Battle of Chancellorsville?
What was the significance of the Battle of Chancellorsville?
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A major Confederate victory despite being outnumbered. Lee's tactical masterpiece but costly Confederate victory.
A major Confederate victory despite being outnumbered. Lee's tactical masterpiece but costly Confederate victory.
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Which Confederate general earned the nickname 'Stonewall'?
Which Confederate general earned the nickname 'Stonewall'?
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General Thomas J. Jackson. Earned nickname for standing firm at First Bull Run.
General Thomas J. Jackson. Earned nickname for standing firm at First Bull Run.
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What was a major consequence of the Emancipation Proclamation?
What was a major consequence of the Emancipation Proclamation?
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It shifted the war focus to include the abolition of slavery. Transformed Union goals from reunion to liberation.
It shifted the war focus to include the abolition of slavery. Transformed Union goals from reunion to liberation.
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Which battle was known for its significant use of trench warfare?
Which battle was known for its significant use of trench warfare?
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The Siege of Petersburg. Nine-month siege from June 1864 to April 1865.
The Siege of Petersburg. Nine-month siege from June 1864 to April 1865.
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What was the main significance of the Battle of Fort Sumter?
What was the main significance of the Battle of Fort Sumter?
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It marked the beginning of the Civil War. First shots fired April 12, 1861.
It marked the beginning of the Civil War. First shots fired April 12, 1861.
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What was the primary strategy of the Confederacy during the Civil War?
What was the primary strategy of the Confederacy during the Civil War?
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Defensive warfare to outlast the Union. Limited resources required avoiding major losses.
Defensive warfare to outlast the Union. Limited resources required avoiding major losses.
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Which Union general was relieved of command by Lincoln after the Battle of Antietam?
Which Union general was relieved of command by Lincoln after the Battle of Antietam?
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General George B. McClellan. Too cautious despite victory at Antietam.
General George B. McClellan. Too cautious despite victory at Antietam.
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What was the key outcome of the Siege of Vicksburg?
What was the key outcome of the Siege of Vicksburg?
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The Union gained control of the Mississippi River. Split the Confederacy and secured Union supply lines.
The Union gained control of the Mississippi River. Split the Confederacy and secured Union supply lines.
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Which battle ended with Pickett's Charge?
Which battle ended with Pickett's Charge?
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The Battle of Gettysburg. Failed Confederate assault on July 3, 1863.
The Battle of Gettysburg. Failed Confederate assault on July 3, 1863.
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What was the Union's main goal in the Civil War?
What was the Union's main goal in the Civil War?
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To preserve the Union. Lincoln's primary war aim until 1863.
To preserve the Union. Lincoln's primary war aim until 1863.
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Which battle is known for being the single bloodiest day in American military history?
Which battle is known for being the single bloodiest day in American military history?
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The Battle of Antietam. Over 22,000 casualties in a single day.
The Battle of Antietam. Over 22,000 casualties in a single day.
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What significant action did Lincoln take on January 1, 1863?
What significant action did Lincoln take on January 1, 1863?
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Issued the Emancipation Proclamation. Freed slaves in rebellious states as war measure.
Issued the Emancipation Proclamation. Freed slaves in rebellious states as war measure.
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Which side won the Battle of Antietam?
Which side won the Battle of Antietam?
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It was tactically inconclusive, but a strategic Union victory. Stopped Lee's invasion but he escaped to fight again.
It was tactically inconclusive, but a strategic Union victory. Stopped Lee's invasion but he escaped to fight again.
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What was the main goal of the Confederacy during the Civil War?
What was the main goal of the Confederacy during the Civil War?
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To achieve independence from the Union. Sought recognition as a separate sovereign nation.
To achieve independence from the Union. Sought recognition as a separate sovereign nation.
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Which battle was the first major battle of the Civil War?
Which battle was the first major battle of the Civil War?
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The First Battle of Bull Run. July 21, 1861 shocked both sides with its violence.
The First Battle of Bull Run. July 21, 1861 shocked both sides with its violence.
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Which battle marked the last major Confederate attempt to invade the North?
Which battle marked the last major Confederate attempt to invade the North?
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The Battle of Gettysburg. Lee's defeat ended hopes of European recognition.
The Battle of Gettysburg. Lee's defeat ended hopes of European recognition.
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Who led the famous March to the Sea?
Who led the famous March to the Sea?
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General William Tecumseh Sherman. Destroyed Confederate infrastructure from Atlanta to Savannah.
General William Tecumseh Sherman. Destroyed Confederate infrastructure from Atlanta to Savannah.
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What was the significance of the Gettysburg Address?
What was the significance of the Gettysburg Address?
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Lincoln reaffirmed the principles of liberty and equality. Brief speech redefined the war's purpose and meaning.
Lincoln reaffirmed the principles of liberty and equality. Brief speech redefined the war's purpose and meaning.
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Name the Union strategy to blockade Southern ports.
Name the Union strategy to blockade Southern ports.
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The Anaconda Plan. General Winfield Scott's strategy to strangle the South.
The Anaconda Plan. General Winfield Scott's strategy to strangle the South.
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What was the capital of the Confederacy?
What was the capital of the Confederacy?
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Richmond, Virginia. Moved from Montgomery, Alabama in May 1861.
Richmond, Virginia. Moved from Montgomery, Alabama in May 1861.
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Where did General Lee surrender to General Grant?
Where did General Lee surrender to General Grant?
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Appomattox Court House, Virginia. April 9, 1865 surrender ended the war.
Appomattox Court House, Virginia. April 9, 1865 surrender ended the war.
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Who was the Union general who accepted the Confederate surrender?
Who was the Union general who accepted the Confederate surrender?
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Ulysses S. Grant. Commanding General who led Union to victory.
Ulysses S. Grant. Commanding General who led Union to victory.
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