- Describe the causes of the Civil War, tracing the roots of the war as far back as possible. Were there issues dating from the Revolutionary era that might have caused this conflict? Finally, describe how the war was fought, what advantages each side had, and how the bloodiest war in American history came to an end.
Check out this link for some good ideas on the causes of the war: http://www.historynet.com/causes-of-the-civil-war
- Describe the conflict and tension between states’ rights and strong federal government that has existed from the 1700s through the Civil War era. What were the major aims of each side of this debate, who were the leaders of these movements? Finally, describe how the fight over states’ rights versus federalism occurred, using specific examples to make your argument.
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