The Frequency of Dueling in the South Was Probably Caused

question 10

Multiple Choice

The frequency of dueling in the South was probably caused by:

• A) hot weather that elevated tempers
• B) lack of education of the participants
• C) the absence of police departments
• D) the beauty of southern women
• E) southerners' exalted sense of honor

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