Women and Challenges in Civil War Texas

Miss Campbell discusses the Texas home front during the war, highlighting the economic hardships faced by Texans due to shortages and the adaptations they made. Texans showed resourcefulness by using alternative materials for daily needs. The agricultural focus shifted to support the war effort, with women and children playing significant roles in maintaining farms and contributing to the war effort through various means. Political and military efforts in Texas are also covered, including the challenges of raising troops and the impact of the draft. The video concludes with an invitation to engage in discussion.

What was one of the main reasons Texans faced hardships during the Civil War?

• Frequent battles in Texas

• Severe weather conditions

• Inability to import goods

• Lack of support from the Confederacy

How did Texans adapt to the shortage of coffee beans during the war?

• By using corn, okra, and peanuts as substitutes

• By growing coffee locally

• By importing coffee from Mexico

• By drinking only water

What alternative materials did Texans use for writing during the war?

• Plastic and glass

• Metal and stone

• Thorns and wallpaper

• Leaves and bark

What role did women play on the Texas home front during the Civil War?

• They managed political affairs

• They served as soldiers

• They primarily stayed at home

• They worked in factories and organized support groups

How did the role of women on the home front contribute to the war effort?

• By managing state finances

• By leading military operations

• By producing goods and organizing aid

• By negotiating peace treaties

Who was elected governor of Texas in 1863 and faced challenges with state debts?

• Frances Lubbock

• Stephen F. Austin

• Sam Houston

• Pendleton Murrah

What was a key focus of Texas's political activity during the Civil War?

• Independence from both sides

• Support for the Confederacy

• Support for the Union

• Neutrality in the conflict

What was a significant challenge for the Confederacy in raising troops?

• Lack of weapons

• High desertion rates

• Insufficient number of volunteers

• Poor training facilities

What was a common complaint about the Confederate draft?

• It was too lenient

• It favored the wealthy

• It included women and children

• It was not enforced

What age range was initially required to serve in the Confederate draft?

• 25 to 50

• 20 to 40

• 18 to 35

• 15 to 30