Civil War Key Events and Figures

The Civil War was a pivotal conflict over slavery and states' rights, beginning with Southern secession and the formation of the Confederacy. Key battles like Bull Run, Shiloh, and Gettysburg marked the war's progression. Union strategies, including blockades and major offensives, eventually led to Confederate surrender. The war resulted in over 600,000 deaths and significant societal changes.

What was the primary reason for the Southern states' secession from the Union?

• Economic differences

• Opposition to slavery

• Cultural differences

• Political disagreements

Which state was the first to secede from the Union?

• Mississippi

• South Carolina

• Georgia

• Florida

Who was inaugurated as the president of the Confederate States of America?

• Jefferson Davis

• Ulysses S. Grant

• Robert E. Lee

• Stonewall Jackson

Which battle marked the first major engagement of the Civil War?

• Battle of Shiloh

• Battle of Antietam

• Battle of Gettysburg

• Battle of Bull Run

Which Confederate general became a hero after the Battle of Bull Run?

• Robert E. Lee

• Jefferson Davis

• Braxton Bragg

• Stonewall Jackson

What was the outcome of the Battle of Shiloh?

• Heavy losses on both sides

• A stalemate

• A decisive Union victory

• A decisive Confederate victory

Which Union general led the capture of New Orleans?

• David Farragut

• George McClellan

• William T. Sherman

• Ulysses S. Grant

What was the significance of the Battle of Gettysburg?

• It was the first battle of the Civil War

• It marked the turning point in favor of the Union

• It was a major Confederate victory

• It led to the capture of Richmond

Which Union general led the March to the Sea?

• George McClellan

• Ulysses S. Grant

• William T. Sherman

• David Farragut

When did General Robert E. Lee surrender to General Ulysses S. Grant?

• April 9, 1865

• April 14, 1865

• April 26, 1865

• March 31, 1865