Why Was the Union More Politically Cohesive Than the Confederacy

question 39

Multiple Choice

Why was the Union more politically cohesive than the Confederacy?

• A) There was little political dissent in the North because northerners were united in a crusade against slavery.
• B) The multiplicity of political parties in the South made Confederate party politics vicious and divisive.
• C) The presence of a vocal and politically powerful opposition in the North forced the Republicans to unite behind their leader.
• D) Jefferson Davis encouraged dissent as a way of sharpening Confederate resolve.
• E) The South had no tradition of vigorous politics or strong political leadership.

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