Which Characterizes Grant's Abilities as a General

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which characterizes Grant's abilities as a general?

• A) ruthless in his treatment of enemy soldiers and of civilians in enemy territory
• B) a brilliant organizer who could be overly hesitant to commit his troops to battle
• C) highly effective in holding territory, but unable to achieve significant advances
• D) a cautious and intelligent steward of those under his command
• E) a daring yet logical strategist who wasn't afraid to incur high casualties for strategic aims

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Definitions:

World War II

A global conflict that lasted from 1939 to 1945, involving most of the world's nations, dubbed the deadliest conflict in human history.

Western Front

The main theatre of war during World War I, stretching from the North Sea to the Swiss border, where most of the fighting between Germany and the Allies occurred.

Yalta Conference

A 1945 meeting between Churchill, Roosevelt, and Stalin to discuss the post-World War II reorganization of Europe and the establishment of the United Nations.

Great Britain

An island in the North Atlantic Ocean off the northwest coast of continental Europe, comprising the countries of England, Scotland, and Wales.