Significance of Civil War Battles

Why was the Siege of Fort Donelson significant?

• It marked the end of the Civil War.

• It was the first major victory for the Union.

• It was the largest battle in history.

• It was a turning point for the Confederacy.

Why was the Battle of Stones River important?

• It was the shortest battle of the war.

• It boosted Union morale.

• It resulted in a Confederate victory.

• It was fought entirely at sea.

What was the significance of the Battle of Franklin?

• It was the last battle of the Civil War.

• It resulted in a high number of Confederate casualties.

• It was a major naval battle.

• It was fought in the winter.

What did General Ulysses S. Grant brag about regarding Fort Donelson?

• He could take over the fort in 2 weeks.

• He could take over the fort in 2 days.

• He could take over the fort in 2 months.

• He could take over the fort in 2 hours.

What did the victory at Fort Donelson bring the Union closer to?

• Ending slavery

• Winning the Civil War

• Gaining independence

• Forming a new government

What was the Confederates' hope when they set up camp along the Stone River?

• To move into Nashville

• To retreat to Atlanta

• To capture Washington D.C.

• To defend New Orleans

What event is described in the text?

• The Battle of Stones River

• The Battle of Gettysburg

• The Battle of Antietam

• The Battle of Bull Run

What did the other side do when they heard the music?

• Began to sing along

• Started to dance

• Ignored it

• Played their own music

What does the act of singing along show about the people?

• They were still connected despite the war

• They were angry at each other

• They were confused

• They were scared

What battle occurred before the Confederacy decided to try to take back Nashville?

• Battle of Gettysburg

• Battle of Stones River

• Battle of Antietam

• Battle of Bull Run