Causes of Civil War in Texas

What was the name of the states that seceded from the Union?

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• Union

• The Confederacy

The Confederacy was pro-slavery?

• True

• False

Why were the Southerners afraid of Abraham Lincoln becoming president?

• The Southerners believed that Lincoln would give the states more rights 

• The Southerners believed that Lincoln would make the North Secede from the South 

• The Southerners believed that Lincoln would want to keep slavery in the US

• The Southerners believed that the US government would abolish slavery 

What is the term that means "to withdraw from the union"?

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• secede

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Which phrase best describes Texas during the Civil War?

• Citizens Divided on the Issue of Slavery

• The Union Must be Preserved

• Texas Welcomes Native Americans as Citizens

• We Must Fight For Freedom in Mexico

What was a major economic factor that contributed to the Civil War in Texas?

• Cotton production and slavery

• Oil discovery

• Railroad expansion

• Gold mining

Which political event heightened tensions leading to the Civil War in Texas?

• The election of Abraham Lincoln

• The signing of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

• The annexation of Texas

• The Battle of the Alamo

What role did Texas play in the Confederacy during the Civil War?

• It was a major supplier of troops and supplies

• It remained neutral

• It was a battleground state

• It supported the Union

Which social issue was a significant cause of the Civil War in Texas?

• Slavery and states' rights

• Women's suffrage

• Prohibition

• Immigration

How did the geography of Texas influence its role in the Civil War?

• Its large size allowed for troop movement and supply routes

• Its mountainous terrain made battles difficult

• Its coastal access was crucial for naval battles

• Its desert climate hindered agriculture