Question

question 10 of 10

the attack on fort sumter was an important turning point because:

a. it was the first armed conflict of the civil war.
b. it convinced the border states to remain in the union.
c. it demonstrated the weaknesses in the confederate army.
d. it led lincoln to try to negotiate peace with the confederacy.

Explanation:

Analyze the historical event

The attack on Fort Sumter occurred in April 1816. It marked the start of the American Civil War.

Evaluate the given options

• Option A: Correct. The bombardment of Fort Sumter was the first military engagement.
• Option B: Incorrect. Several upper South states seceded immediately after this event.
• Option C: Incorrect. The Confederate forces successfully captured the fort.
• Option D: Incorrect. The attack led Lincoln to call for 75,000 volunteers to suppress the rebellion.

Answer:

• (A) it was the first armed conflict of the Civil War. (Correct answer)
• (B) it convinced the border states to remain in the Union.
• (C) it demonstrated the weaknesses in the Confederate army.
• (D) it led Lincoln to try to negotiate peace with the Confederacy.