Civil War Era Terms
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During the Civil War, what was a 'secesh'?
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Learn the distinctive vocabulary of the American Civil War period (1861-1865) Civil War Era Terms packs 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty into a relaxed session of roughly 7 minutes — no sign-up, no timer pressure. An explanation appears after every answer, and finishing once a day keeps your streak alive.
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1. During the Civil War, what was a 'secesh'?
Answer: A secessionist or Confederate sympathizer
2. What were 'hardtack and salt horse' in Civil War soldiers' language?
Answer: Hard biscuits and salted beef — common army rations
3. In Civil War slang, what was a 'Copperhead'?
Answer: A Northern Democrat who opposed the war
4. What did soldiers mean by 'seeing the elephant' during the Civil War?
Answer: Experiencing combat for the first time
5. In Civil War vocabulary, what was a 'sutler'?
Answer: A civilian merchant who sold provisions to soldiers
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