Kansas in the Civil War Quiz

What year was Kansas admitted to the Union?

• 1854

• 1861

• 1865

• 1870

Fill in the blank: Kansas was a _______ state during the Civil War.

Which event is described as a significant and brutal attack in Kansas during the Civil War?

• The Battle of Gettysburg

• The Lawrence Massacre

• The Siege of Vicksburg

• The Battle of Antietam

Who led the Confederate guerrillas in the attack on Lawrence, Kansas?

• Robert E. Lee

• Stonewall Jackson

• William Quantrill

• Jefferson Davis

Approximately how many men and boys were killed in the Lawrence Massacre?

• 50

• 100

• 150

• 200

Describe the impact of the Civil War on Kansas's political and social landscape.

How many soldiers did Kansas contribute to the Union army?

• 10,000

• 15,000

• 20,000

• 25,000

True or False: Kansas was a battleground for both Union and Confederate forces due to its strategic location.

• True

• False

What was the primary stance of Kansas residents regarding slavery?

• Pro-slavery

• Anti-slavery

• Neutral

• Indifferent

Fill in the blank: The Lawrence Massacre occurred in the year _______.