Author Question: In response to Fort Sumter, A) the states of Maryland, Kentucky, and Missouri seceded and joined ... (Read 52 times)

Brittanyd9008 · **on:** Sep 21, 2019

Question 1

In February 1861, the original seceding states created a provisional government

A) emphasizing the sovereignty of the states.
B) establishing their capital at Richmond, Virginia.
C) selecting Robert E. Lee as president.
D) authorizing generous funds for employees and supplies.

Question 2

To secure Maryland for the Union, Lincoln

A) arrested and detained southern sympathizers.
B) sent federal troops to Baltimore.
C) issued a writ of habeas corpus.
D) offered a declaration of emancipation.

Question 3

The material assets of the North during the Civil War

A) became effective only in the long run.
B) immediately placed the South at a disadvantage.
C) offset the greater supply of manpower in the South.
D) allowed the North to wage a defensive war.

Question 4

In response to Fort Sumter,

A) the states of Maryland, Kentucky, and Missouri seceded and joined the Confederacy.
B) northern authorities enlisted black volunteers for military service.
C) President Lincoln asked Congress to initiate plans for military conscription.
D) both the North and South witnessed a tremendous outpouring of support.