Are you ready to test your knowledge of one of the most significant events in American history? This Civil War trivia quiz will challenge you on everything from the causes of the war to the key battles and figures involved. From the bombardment of Fort Sumter to the surrender at Appomattox, the Civil War was a conflict that shaped the course of American history. With questions covering a wide range of topics, you’ll have the chance to show just how much you know about this pivotal moment in time. So, grab your musket, put on your Union or Confederate uniform, and get ready to march into battle with this fun and informative Civil War trivia quiz!
Which of Harriet Beecher Stowe's books deals with the topic of slavery?
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Who was the leader of the Union Navy during the Civil War?
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The Battle of Antietam, also known as the Battle of Sharpsburg, was a major turning point in the Civil War because it:
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The Emancipation Proclamation was issued by President Lincoln on January 1, 1863 and declared that all slaves in the states in rebellion were:
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The 13th Amendment to the Constitution, which abolished slavery and involuntary servitude, was passed by Congress in:
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The Battle of Bull Run, also known as the Battle of Manassas, was fought in:
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The Union army was led by General:
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What was the main goal of the Confederacy during the Civil War?
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Where did the American Civil War begin?
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Who was the first African American to receive a patent?
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Approximately how many people died during the Civil War in the United States of America?
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Who was the President of the United States during the Civil War?
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Where was the Confederacy's capital in 1862?
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What event marked the official beginning of the Civil War?
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Who emerged victorious from the Siege of Fredericksburg?
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The Battle of Gettysburg was fought in:
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Which side did the Union represent in the Civil War?
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Where did the assassination of Abraham Lincoln take place?
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Which of the following states seceded from the Union and joined the Confederacy?
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Which battle is considered the turning point of the Civil War?
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Which of the following statements is true about the Union army during the Civil War?
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What was the main goal of the Union during the Civil War?
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What famous document declared that all slaves in the Confederate states were free?
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When did the Civil War in America begin and end?
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Who was the leader of the Confederacy during the Civil War?
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During the American Civil War, what caused the deaths of the majority of men?
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Which of the South's early victories was the most significant?
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What was the first state to secede from the Union during the Civil War?
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In what constitutional amendment did the slaves finally granted freedom after the Civil War?
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Who was the Union Army's General-in-Chief at the start of the war?
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What was the main cause of the Civil War?
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