NYC Draft Riots 1863

Which of the following is NOT a factor that made New York City prone to violence in 1863?

• Politicians questioning the legality of the draft

• Previous racial riots that year

• The fact that the wealthy could buy exemption from military service

• The implementation of the 2nd Amendment in 1862

Which of the following was NOT an effect of the New York City draft riots of 1863?

• Repeal of the Conscription Act

• Mass exodus of African Americans from New York City

• Millions of dollars of damage to the building

• Death of an estimated 115 people

Why did Governor Seymour oppose the draft so much?

• He didn't want to be drafted

• He opposed federal conscription as a violation of states' rights

• Seymour didn't believe in war or war efforts

• The war and draft would cost to much money

How long did the NYC Draft Riots of 1863 last?

• All of July 1863

• 2 days

• 5 days

• 3 weeks

New York City did all of the following to try and stop the draft riots of 1863, EXCEPT:

• Create low-interest loans for buying a ticket to get out of the draft

• Ask for Federal troops

• Suspend the draft

• Make the wealthy register for the draft

What buildings were burned during the rioting and looting?

• An orphanage

• Homes

• Factories

• All of the above

By the final days of the New York City draft riots of 1863, what was the riot really about?

• Mandatory military service

• Economic, social and racial differences within the city

• The Battle of Gettysburg

• Pro-war newspapers

Who could be drafted so serve in the miltary?

• Seniors over the age of 55

• Women

• Men between 18-35, well able bodied

• Unable bodied people