The Nation Splits Apart
This quiz covers the section The Politics of Slavery, Sectionalism and National Politics, Lincoln's Path to the White House, and The South Secedes.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
The Politics of SlaveryThe Compromise of 1850 allowed _________ to enter The Union as a free state.
- A.
Ohio
- B.
California
- C.
Minnesota
- D.
Oregon
Correct Answer
B. CaliforniaExplanation
The Compromise of 1850 allowed California to enter The Union as a free state. This compromise was a series of legislative measures aimed at resolving the ongoing debate over slavery in the United States. As part of the compromise, California was admitted as a free state, meaning that slavery was prohibited within its borders. This was a significant development in the politics of slavery, as it upset the balance between free and slave states and further fueled tensions between the North and the South.Rate this question:
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- 2.
When was the Republican Party born?
- A.
1854
- B.
1856
- C.
1845
- D.
1849
Correct Answer
A. 1854Explanation
The Republican Party was born in 1854. This was the year when a group of anti-slavery activists and individuals from various political parties came together to form a new political party that opposed the expansion of slavery into new territories. The party's formation was a response to the Kansas-Nebraska Act, which allowed for the possibility of slavery in new states. The Republican Party quickly gained support in the northern states and became a major political force in the United States.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The Fugitive Slave Act made it illegal to help _______?
- A.
Slaves
- B.
Sick Slaves
- C.
Runaway Slaves
- D.
Slave Owners
Correct Answer
C. Runaway SlavesExplanation
The Fugitive Slave Act, enacted in 1850, made it illegal to help runaway slaves. This law required that escaped slaves be returned to their owners, even if they had reached free states. It imposed heavy penalties on individuals who aided or harbored fugitive slaves, including fines and imprisonment. The act was highly controversial and fueled the abolitionist movement, as it forced many people to choose between obeying the law and supporting the cause of freedom.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Sectionalism and National Poletics_________ was the name given to the event where John Brown killed 5 slavery supporters.
- A.
Pattawatomie Protests
- B.
John Brown Massacre
- C.
John Browns Raid
- D.
Pattawatomie Massacre
Correct Answer
D. Pattawatomie MassacreExplanation
The correct answer is Pattawatomie Massacre. This event refers to the violent act committed by John Brown, where he killed five slavery supporters in Kansas. The term "Pattawatomie Massacre" accurately describes the incident and its location, highlighting the sectionalism and national politics surrounding the issue of slavery during that time.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What is Not an affect of John Browns Raid?
- A.
Speeded the coming of the Civil War
- B.
Aroused widespread support for brown in the north
- C.
Caused an increase number of slave-raids in the south
- D.
Increased fear of slave revolts
Correct Answer
C. Caused an increase number of slave-raids in the southExplanation
John Brown's Raid on Harpers Ferry in 1859 had several effects, but it did not cause an increase in the number of slave-raids in the South. The raid itself was a failed attempt by Brown and his followers to incite a slave rebellion. While it did increase fear of slave revolts among Southerners, it did not lead to an increase in actual slave-raids. The raid did, however, speed up the coming of the Civil War by further polarizing the North and South and highlighting the issue of slavery. It also garnered widespread support for Brown in the North, where he was seen as a martyr for the abolitionist cause.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Robert E. Lee was a ________?
- A.
Marine
- B.
Colonel
- C.
Both
- D.
Neither
Correct Answer
C. BothExplanation
Robert E. Lee was both a Marine and a Colonel. This means that he served in the Marine Corps and held the rank of Colonel.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Lincoln's Path to the White HouseWhen was Lincoln born?
- A.
1810
- B.
1809
- C.
1808
- D.
1811
Correct Answer
B. 1809Explanation
Lincoln was born in 1809.Rate this question:
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- 8.
When was Lincoln's Inauguration?
- A.
April 30, 1861
- B.
January 19, 1861
- C.
February 21, 1861
- D.
March 4, 1861
Correct Answer
D. March 4, 1861Explanation
Lincoln's Inauguration took place on March 4, 1861. This date is significant because it marks the day when Abraham Lincoln was sworn in as the 16th President of the United States. Inauguration Day is traditionally held on January 20th, but at that time, the Constitution specified that the President's term would begin on March 4th. Lincoln's inauguration was particularly important because it occurred during a time of great division in the country, with several Southern states already seceding from the Union.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Where was the first Lincoln - Douglas Debate?
- A.
Freeport, Illenois
- B.
Ottowa, Illenois
- C.
Alton, Illenois
- D.
Galesburg, Illenois
Correct Answer
B. Ottowa, IllenoisExplanation
The first Lincoln-Douglas Debate took place in Ottowa, Illinois.Rate this question:
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- 10.
The South SecedesJefferson Davis was originally a ______?
- A.
An Alabama Senator
- B.
A Misouri Senator
- C.
A Mississippi Senator
- D.
A Maine Senator
Correct Answer
C. A Mississippi SenatorExplanation
Jefferson Davis was originally a Mississippi Senator.Rate this question:
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- 11.
What was the first state to secede?
- A.
Alabama
- B.
Louisiana
- C.
North Carolina
- D.
South Carolina
Correct Answer
D. South CarolinaExplanation
South Carolina was the first state to secede from the United States. This occurred on December 20, 1860, following the election of President Abraham Lincoln. The secession was driven by South Carolina's concerns over the preservation of slavery and the perceived threat to their way of life. This act of secession eventually led to the formation of the Confederate States of America and the start of the American Civil War.Rate this question:
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- 12.
What was the first major event leading to the Civil War?
- A.
The Fall of Ft. Sumter
- B.
The Compromise of 1850
- C.
The Kansas - Nebraska Act
- D.
Lincoln's Inauguration
Correct Answer
A. The Fall of Ft. SumterExplanation
The Fall of Ft. Sumter was the first major event leading to the Civil War because it marked the beginning of armed conflict between the Union and Confederate forces. The Confederate forces attacked and captured Ft. Sumter, a Union stronghold in South Carolina, which was seen as an act of rebellion against the federal government. This event escalated tensions between the North and the South, ultimately leading to the outbreak of the Civil War.Rate this question:
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