Which of the following describes the South after the conclusion of the Civil War in 1865?

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The South suffered significant damage during the Civil War, with many of its factories, railroads, and cities lying in ruins. The Union's blockade of Southern ports and General Sherman's march through Georgia and the Carolinas contributed to this destruction.

Answer: B 
 The Emancipation Proclamation had declared all slaves in the Confederate states to be free, but many slaves were still held in bondage even after the war ended. It wasn't until the ratification of the 13th Amendment in December 1865 that slavery was abolished throughout the entire United States.

Answer: C 
 This statement is false. The South was ravaged by the war, with many battles taking place on Southern soil. Additionally, the Union army conducted a "scorched earth" policy, destroying crops, livestock, and civilian property in their attempts to cripple the Confederate war effort.

Answer: D 
 This statement is false. While the South did suffer fewer casualties than the North, their losses were still significant. Estimates vary, but it's believed that around 258,000 Confederate soldiers died in the war. Additionally, many more Southerners were injured or displaced by the conflict.

Which of the Following Describes the South After the Conclusion