AP US Historyeasymcq1 pt
The Civil War began in April 1861 when Confederate forces
A.fired on Fort Sumter in Charleston harbor
B.invaded Washington, D.C.
C.blockaded the port of New York
D.seized Fort McHenry in Baltimore
Explanation
Core Concept
After Lincoln announced he would resupply the federal fort, Confederates bombarded it and its garrison surrendered. The attack led Lincoln to call for troops to suppress the rebellion.
Correct Answer
Afired on Fort Sumter in Charleston harbor
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