Bellringer Answer the following E O C Review

Bellringer Answer the following E. O. C. Review Questions. You will have 10 minutes to complete these questions. What was the Industrial Revolution? 2. Who was Eli Whitney? What two inventions was he known for? 3. What was the cotton gin and how did it change life in the south? 1.

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Chapter 16. 1 Shots Fired!!! Where were the first shots of the Civil War fired? Fort Sumter in Charleston, SC - April, 1861. A fort held by Union forces, Lincoln announced he was resupplying the fort and before Union ships could reach the fort Confederate troops surrounded fort and fired on it for 34 hours forcing the Union commander to surrender (no one was killed). How did Lincoln respond to losing Fort Sumter? Two days after surrendering the fort Lincoln called on the Union to provide 75, 000 militiamen to put down the rebellion in the South. Who becomes the leader of the Confederate forces? Robert E. Lee resigned form the U. S. Army and joined the Confederacy even though he opposed slavery and secession.

CHAPTER 16. 1 How many states did the Union consist of at the beginning of the war? A total of 19: California, Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Wisconsin. What were the border states? The border states: Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, and West Virginia – these were all slave states that border states in which slavery was illegal. During the war, Nevada and West Virginia joined as new states of the Union. Tennessee and Louisiana were returned to Union military control early in the war. What territories supported the Union? The territories of Colorado, Dakota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, and Washington fought on the Union side

CHAPTER 16. 1 Which states were part of the Confederacy? 11 states in the South were part of the Confederacy: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia. Why was keeping Maryland in the Union important to the North? Because Washington, D. C. would be cut off from the Union. What did Lincoln do to keep Maryland in the Union? He ordered the arrest of Maryland lawmakers who supported the Confederacy. Why was Kentucky an important state during the Civil War? It was on both sides of the Mississippi and Ohio rivers, so for strategic reasons it was important. The rivers could provide an invasion route to the South for the Union. For the South the rivers could provide a barrier from the North. Why did Kentucky stay in the Union? After the Confederates invaded in 1861, Kentucky decided to stay in the Union. Missouri and Delaware were also important for strategic reasons and remained part of the Union. A group of western counties in Virginia with the help of federal troops broke away from Virginia and formed the state of West Virginia and joined the Union. All told – Union consisted of 24 states, Confederacy had 11.

Chapter 16. 1 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. What advantages did the Union Have? The North had about 22 million people, compared to the South with 9 million, of which 3. 5 million were slaves. 85% of the factories were in the North. The North had more than double the railroad mileage than the South. Almost all naval power and shipyard belonged to the North. Lincoln, who developed into an excellent leader.

Chapter 16. 1 What advantages did the Confederacy have? 1. Strong military leaders, most notably Robert E. Lee. 2. Fighting a defensive battle would stretch Northern supply lines. 3. Motivation, soldiers defending their homes were more willing to fight.

Chapter 16. 1 What was the Confederate strategy for the war? Initially the South took a defensive position for the war, stating that it only wanted to be independent. Hoping the North would tire of the war. The South also hoped to gain support from foreign countries because of King Cotton. However, Europeans did not want to get involved in the war. As the war intensified the South became more offensive, trying to win big victories.

Chapter 16. 1 1. 2. What was the Union strategy for the war? Based on General Winfield Scott’s Anaconda Plan. Designed to constrict the South’s economy. What were the key parts of his plan? Naval blockade of the southern coastline. Preventing goods or people from coming in or out of the region. Gain control of the Mississippi River, which would split the Confederacy in two. Making it difficult to supply troops. What was the main drawback to the Anaconda Plan? It would take a long time to work. Northerners did not want to wait as a result Lincoln ordered the invasion of Virginia in the summer of 1861.

Chapter 16. 1 Bull Run - Manassas, VA - July, 1861 Confederate troops stationed at Manassas had to be taken before an assault on Richmond the Confederate capital would be possible. Rallying behind General “Stone Wall” Jackson confederate forces held off the Union assault. Once Confederate reinforcements arrived they launched a countercharge. During the charge the rebels let out a scream, which becomes know as the “Rebel Yell. ” Union forces broke ranks and retreated in fear.

Chapter 16. 2 How many soldiers served in the Union Army? Confederacy? The Union had approximately 2 million soldiers and the Confederacy just under one million. In the Confederacy almost all were volunteers. Neither side allowed African Americans to fight. After receiving training in drills, guard duty, digging trenches, cutting wood for fires, camp clean up – they would be assigned to a regiment. What hardships did soldiers face? Civil war soldiers were often wet, muddy, cold from marching outdoors and living in crude shelters. The biggest problem was poor hygiene that resulted in widespread sickness

Chapter 16. 2 What Technological advancements contributed to the Civil War being the most deadly war in U. S. history? The Rifle: a gun with a grooved barrel, making the bullet spin meaning more distance and accuracy. The minie ball: a bullet with a hollow base that could shoot farther than old – fashioned muskets. Killing at a higher rate and at a longer distance. Ironclads: warships covered with metal were able to withstand enemy fire.

Chapter 16. 3 Bell Ringer Answer the following E. O. C. Review Questions. You will have 10 minutes to complete these questions. How did the Missouri Compromise resolve a conflict between the north and the south? What was the main message of the Monroe Doctrine, and towards whom was it directed? What were the terms of the Missouri Compromise?

Chapter 16. 3 Discussion 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. TOP FIVE REASONS FOR WAR: Economic and social differences between the North and the South. States versus Federal rights The fight between Slave and Non. Slave State Proponents. Growth of the Abolition Movement. The election of Abraham Lincoln

CHAPTER 16. 3 DISCUSSION Recapping the first part of the Civil War: Reasons for fighting - 1861 North - To preserve the United States, end slavery, further industrial revolution South - To defend their way of life or homeland, keep slavery, keep agricultural way of life Advantages - 1861 North - Greater manpower, greater resources South - Fighting a defensive war, better leaders Disadvantages - 1861 North - Had to carry battle to enemy, longer supply lines South - Fewer resources, less manpower Military Strategy - 1861 North - Offensive – surround and strangle the South’s economy South - Defensive – Hold out until North grew tired of war

Ch. 16. 3 Union Victories in the West - Tennessee and Northern Alabama - February, 1862. The Union attacked Fort Henry on the Tennessee River and Fort Donaldson on the Cumberland River. The Union successfully captured both forts and opened entire South to Union forces. Shiloh - Corinth, MS. - April, 1862. Thanks to the Union’s superior supply lines fresh Union troops were ferried across the river and under General Grant forced a Confederate retreat.

16. 3 New Orleans - New Orleans, LA. - April, 1862 Admiral Farragut successful invasion of New Orleans and Union naval superiority won the day. Seven Days Battle – Richmond, VA. - June 25 -July 1, 1862 Thanks to General Jeb Stuart spying on Union forces and reporting the size of the Union armies. This allowed General Lee to win the day. In late August, the Confederates won a second victory at Bull Run. Forcing Union troops to withdraw back to Washington.

CHAPTER 16. 3 Antietam - Richmond, VA - September 1862 General Mc. Clellan and General Lee led troops in an all day battle that led to a draw. Lee withdrew to Virginia giving the Union a victory. However 25, 000 men dead or wounded – bloodiest day of battle in U. S. history. Four reasons why Lee attacked in the north: 1) Confederate victory might force President Lincoln into peace talks 2) Virginia farmers would get a rest from the war during harvest season (Union would fight to retake land lost instead of attacking in Confederate land) 3) Confederates could plunder Northern farms for food 4) Convince Britain and France to recognize Confederacy as a separate nation.

These photos taken right after Antietam

16. 3 Work Period Use this class period as an opportunity to: finish the Chapter 16 assignment Work on your EOC study guide Work on your 15/16 DBQ Doc Packet If you have finished everything you may work on: “Women Who Led the Way” (Achieve 3000) April 1861: First Shots are Fired (Achieve 3000) May 1861: The War Begins (Achieve 3000) June 1861: The Battles Begin (Achieve 3000) Each are extra credit and must be completed by May 15, to receive points ** As we move into the Civil War there is a great sequence of Achieve 3000 articles that will be offered as extra credit, totaling 100 pts. Please take the opportunity!