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ICSE · Class 8 · History & Civics

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Meaning of Civil WarTimeline of the warImportance of the warCause of the warNorth and SouthKey termAbraham Lincoln
Card 1Meaning of Civil War

What is a Civil War?

Answer

A Civil War is a war among people of the same nation. In the American Civil War, the Northern and Southern states of the United States fought against each other.

Card 2Timeline of the war

When did the American Civil War begin and end?

Answer

The American Civil War began in 1861 and lasted till 1865.

Card 3Importance of the war

Why is the American Civil War considered an important event in history?

Answer

It was one of the most important events in American history because it threatened the unity of the nation, caused huge loss of life, and ended slavery in the United States.

Card 4Cause of the war

Which issue mainly caused the American Civil War?

Answer

Slavery was the main issue. The Northern states rejected slavery, while the Southern states depended on slave labour for their farms and plantations.

Card 5North and South

What was the difference between the Northern states and Southern states?

Answer

The Northern states were industrialised and prosperous. The Southern states were agricultural and generally backward. The North opposed slavery, while the South depended on it for its economy.

Card 6Key term

What does 'seceded' mean?

Answer

Seceded means separated from a country. The Southern states seceded from the Union and formed a new nation.

Card 7Key term

What does 'shun' mean?

Answer

Shun means to reject completely. The Northern states shunned slavery and considered it wrong.

Card 8Abraham Lincoln

Who was Abraham Lincoln?

Answer

Abraham Lincoln was the 16th President of the United States, born in 1809. He led the Union during the Civil War, opposed slavery, and became known as the Great Emancipator.

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Key topics in The American Civil War include Meaning and Background of the Civil War, Main Causes of the Civil War, Election, Secession, and the Start of the War, Main Events of the War. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 8 exams.
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