Civil War Flashcards
What is a civil war?
A civil war occurs when different groups from within the same country try to take control away from each other.
Can you give an example of a civil war?
An example in 2020 is in the country of Syria where the Assad Government, Islamic State, rebels, and Kurdish forces are all trying to take control of territory.
When did the American Civil War take place?
The American Civil War was fought between 1861 and 1865.
Who were the two sides in the American Civil War?
The two sides were the Southern (or Confederate) Army and the Northern (or Union) Army.
What did the Southern Army want?
The Southern Army wanted to leave the U.S.
What was the stance of people in the Northern States regarding slavery?
People in the Northern States rallied on the idea of slavery.
What did the Southern states believe about the president’s role in slavery?
The South believed it was not the business of the president to tell them what to do.
