Summary
A parody song comparing the Union (North) and the Confederacy (South) -- their differences, strengths, and leaders. A clear way to see why the two sides were so different.
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Ages 9+
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Discussion questions
Discussion
A parody song comparing the Union (North) and the Confederacy (South) -- their differences, strengths, and leaders.
- Name one difference between the North and the South.
- What advantages did each side have?
- Why do you think the war lasted so long?
Quick work-a-long
Vocabulary: Union, Confederacy, compare.
Try it: Make a two-column chart listing one strength for the North and one for the South.