What was the public perception of the battle in the South?
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- Joy
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How did Fort Sumter get it’s name?
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- Named after General Thomas Sumter
What did the Confederates do immediately after capturing Fort Sumter?
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- Celebrated
What was the state of the fort’s defenses before the bombardment?
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- Poorly equipped
Which Union general was criticized for his handling of Fort Sumter?
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- Robert Anderson
What was the Confederate flag during the battle known as?
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- Confederate Battle Flag
How did the Union try to supply Fort Sumter before the battle?
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- By ship
Which notable figure witnessed the battle from a distance?
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- Robert E. Lee
What did the Union forces raise after the bombardment ended?
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- A white flag
What was the original purpose of Fort Sumter?
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- To protect Charleston Harbor
What was a key feature of Fort Sumter’s construction?
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- Earthen mounds
What did President Lincoln do in response to the situation at Fort Sumter?
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- Called for troops
Which battle was considered the first official battle of the Civil War?
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- Battle of Fort Sumter
What happened to the soldiers who were captured during the battle?
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- They became prisoners of war
How did the battle affect the morale of both the Union and Confederate troops?
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- It increased the morale for the Confederacy
What did the Confederate flag symbolize during the Battle of Fort Sumter?
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- Southern independence
What was one of the long-term impacts of the Battle of Fort Sumter?
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- Escalation of the Civil War
How did the Union defend Fort Sumter?
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- Cannons and infantry
Which of the following was not a reason for the Confederate attack on Fort Sumter?
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- Diplomatic negotiations
What was the immediate consequence of the bombardment of the Union forces?
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- Surrender of the fort