Civil War 13, 14, 15 amendment – Flashcards
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What was the purpose of the 15th Amendment?
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It Gave African Americans the right to vote., The right of citizens to vote shall not be denied by the US or any state on account of race, color, or servitude
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Results of the mexican war.
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It made slavery illegal., mexico lost 50% of territory, gadson purchase (arizona), more native american issues, raised the debate of slavery in the western states, criticism of polk=taylors election, prepared the US officers for civil war.
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What were the five rights listed in the first amendment?
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1.religion 2. press 3. speech 4. assembly 5. petition
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What were the five rights listed in the first amendment?
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1.religion 2. press 3. speech 4. assembly 5. petition
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When was the 13th amendment Ratified?
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December 6, 1865.
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What year was the 14th Amendment Ratified?
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July 9, 1868
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What was the date the 15th amendment Ratified?
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March 30, 1870
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What battle was the turning point in the civil war?
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the battle of gettysburg
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What event started the civil war?
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The Confederates attacking Fort Sumter
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Define Sectionalism.
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a devotion to the interests of one geographic region rather than those of the country as a whole
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Where did General Lee surrender to Gernal Grant to end the civil war?
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Appatomatox Courthouse
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Where did General Lee surrender to Gernal Grant to end the civil war?
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Appatomatox Courthouse
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Where did General Lee surrender to Gernal Grant to end the civil war?
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Appatomatox Courthouse
