Early Successes for the South

Question 1

Which statement best summarizes the status of the Civil War after the Battle of Chancellorsville?

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Although Confederates were often outnumbered, they continued to win major battles.

Question 2

Which of the following best states why the Battle of Antietam was considered a turning point in the war?

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The Confederacy had won all major battles until this one.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes the result of the Battle of Antietam?

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Both sides suffered losses, but it was a strategic victory for the North.

Question 4

The outcome of First Battle of Bull Run showed that

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neither side was prepared for a long war.

Question 5

The First Battle of Bull Run was considered

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a setback for the Union.

Question 6

Which of the following is a true statement about the First Battle of Bull Run?

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It discouraged the Union and gave the Confederacy confidence.

Question 7

The battle that resulted in both a Confederate victory and the death of General “Stonewall” Jackson was

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the Battle of Chancellorsville.

Question 8

After the Battle of Chancellorsville,

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the North seemed unlikely to win the war.

Question 9

At the Battle of Chancellorsville, General Hooker planned to

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surround Lee’s forces.

Question 10

The battle between the Merrimack and the Monitor showed that

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the North and South were equally matched at sea.

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