Top 5 Moments of the Civil War: Video and Quiz

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The American Civil War was a significant conflict fought between 1861 and 1865 between the Union and the Confederacy.

Welcome to HistoriaHigh! Today, we will explore The Top 5 Moments of The Civil War.

Number one: Battle of Gettysburg -This battle is often considered the turning point of the war, as Union forces were able to repel a Confederate invasion and deal a major blow to the Southern army.

Number two: Emancipation Proclamation – declared all slaves in Confederate territory free, paving the way for the eventual abolition of slavery.

Number three: Siege of Vicksburg – union forces, under General Grant, were able to gain control of the Mississippi River, a victory that helped to split the Confederacy in two.

Number four: Battle of Antietam – the single bloodiest day in American history, with over 22,000 casualties.

Number five: Surrender at Appomattox – General Lee’s surrender to General Ulysses S. Grant marked the end of the war.

These were just a few of the most significant moments of the Civil War.

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Top 5 Moments of the Civil War

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What was the significance of the Battle of Gettysburg in the Civil War?

The Union forces surrendered to the Confederacy.

he Confederate forces won the battle.

It was the turning point of the war, as Union forces were able to repel a Confederate invasion.

The Confederacy was able to deal a major blow to the Union army.

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2. What was the main objective of the Emancipation Proclamation?

To free all slaves in the United States

To free all slaves in the Union states

To free all slaves in Confederate territory

To give slaves the right to vote

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3. What was the outcome of the Siege of Vicksburg?

The Confederacy gained control of the Mississippi River.

The Union forces gained control of the Mississippi River.

The Union forces were defeated.

The Confederacy was able to hold onto control of the Mississippi River.

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4. Which battle was the single bloodiest day in American history during the Civil War?

Battle of Gettysburg

Emancipation Proclamation

Siege of Vicksburg

Battle of Antietam

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5. What was the significance of the Surrender at Appomattox?

General Lee's surrender to General Ulysses S. Grant marked the end of the war.

The Confederacy won the war.

The Union forces surrendered to the Confederacy.

General Grant's surrender to General Lee marked the end of the war.

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