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What was the primary focus of the Civil Rights Movement that emerged after the Civil War?
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- To achieve voting rights and social equality for African Americans
What was one of the main outcomes of the Civil War in terms of federal legislation?
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- The passage of the Homestead Act
Who was the first African American to receive the Medal of Honor for his bravery during the Civil War?
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- William Carney
What was the main purpose of the Union’s naval blockade of the South?
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- To weaken the Southern economy
What did the term “Manifest Destiny” imply during the Civil War era?
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- The need for territorial expansion
Which factor contributed to the high number of casualties at Gettysburg?
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- All of the above
What was the Confederate Army’s logistical challenge during the battle?
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- Lack of supplies
Which term describes the period immediately following the Civil War?
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- Reconstruction
What was one of the main strategies used by the Confederacy during the war?
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- Defensive tactics to protect their territory
Who was the commander of Union forces at the Battle of Gettysburg?
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- George Meade
Which battle was fought in Tennessee and marked a significant Union victory?
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- Battle of Shiloh
What was the main theme of Lincoln’s Second Inaugural Address?
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- The importance of unity and healing
Which of the following was not a consequence of the Civil War?
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- The establishment of a national bank
What did “total war” mean in the context of Sherman’s strategy?
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- Waging war against both the enemy's military and civilian resources
What was the primary goal of the KKK during Reconstruction?
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- To intimidate African Americans and their allies
What was the role of the Civil War in shaping the U.S. federal system?
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- It redefined the relationship between state and federal governments
Which battle is remembered for the Pickett’s Charge?
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- Battle of Gettysburg
What was the significance of the 10% Plan proposed by Lincoln?
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- It outlined the process for Southern states to rejoin the Union
Which general was known for his aggressive tactics in the Western theater?
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- Ulysses S. Grant
What was the main impact of the Civil War on federal government power?
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- Increased power