Sherman's Tactics and Their Impact

Sherman's Tactics and Their Impact

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

FREE Resource

In 1862, President Lincoln faced criticism for the prolonged Civil War. He appointed John Pope, known for his aggressive tactics, to lead the Union Army. Pope's harsh orders against Southern civilians led to backlash and his removal. General Sherman then implemented a more organized total war strategy, devastating the South and significantly impacting civilian infrastructure. Sherman's tactics influenced future military strategies, including those in World War II.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the main reasons President Lincoln was desperate in the summer of 1862?

He had too many generals to choose from.

He was facing political pressure and blame for the war's progress.

The Union had too many victories in the West.

The war was ending too quickly.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the nature of John Pope's executive orders?

They were lenient towards Southern civilians.

They restricted Union soldiers from taking aggressive actions.

They were harsh and allowed Union soldiers to act brutally towards Southerners.

They focused on diplomatic negotiations with the South.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did General Lee and Jefferson Davis respond to Pope's orders?

They issued their own orders to retaliate against Union soldiers.

They ignored them completely.

They increased trade with the North.

They sought peace talks with the Union.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a key difference between Sherman's tactics and Pope's approach?

Sherman only targeted military personnel.

Sherman avoided any form of destruction.

Sherman targeted military and civilian infrastructure in a more organized manner.

Sherman focused on diplomatic solutions.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the impact of Sherman's march on Southern morale?

It boosted Southern morale significantly.

It had no effect on Southern morale.

It led to increased Southern victories.

It caused Southern morale to plummet.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which state incurred greater wrath from the Union Army during Sherman's campaign?

Georgia

Virginia

South Carolina

Florida

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the long-term impacts of Sherman's tactics?

They led to immediate peace negotiations.

They were only used in the Civil War.

They inspired future military strategies, including those in World War II.

They were forgotten after the Civil War.

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