EdSim · US History Regents
Civil War
Vocabulary Study · 1850–1877
How This Works
Goal: Build your command of key vocabulary for the Civil War and Reconstruction — terms you need to recognize, define, and use on the Regents.
Modes: After setup, choose from three study modes — Review (learn definitions with cards), Practice (multiple-choice), or Blitz (timed challenge).
Time: About 10–15 minutes per session. You can stop and return anytime — your progress is saved on this device.
Setup: Choose your level and difficulty below, then hit Start studying.
Modes: After setup, choose from three study modes — Review (learn definitions with cards), Practice (multiple-choice), or Blitz (timed challenge).
Time: About 10–15 minutes per session. You can stop and return anytime — your progress is saved on this device.
Setup: Choose your level and difficulty below, then hit Start studying.
Choose your starting level
1
10 terms
Causes and key turning points every student must know
2
20 terms
Amendments, leaders, and Reconstruction policies added
3
30 terms
Jim Crow, disenfranchisement, and the end of Reconstruction
4
35 terms
Full set — specific laws, leaders, and political debates
Confident? Start here
Choose difficulty
Supported
Plain-language definitions. Hints available on every question.
Best for: building foundational understanding
Regular
Full academic definitions. One hint per question in Practice.
Best for: standard Regents prep
Challenge
Short clues only. No hints. Timed pressure in Blitz mode.
Best for: confident, high-achieving students