14. why did the siege of vicksburg affect the balance of power during the civil war?

Question

a. several important confederate generals were killed
b. sever casualties were inflicted on union forces
c. the confederte territory was divided in half
d. union troops were pushed back across the ohio river

Answer 1

The correct answer is c. The siege of Vicksburg affected the balance of power during the Civil War because the Confederate territory was divided in half. Vicksburg was a crucial stronghold on the Mississippi River, and its capture by the Union gave them control of the waterway, effectively splitting the Confederacy in two. This denied the Confederacy access to vital supplies and resources, making it difficult for them to continue fighting. The loss of Vicksburg was a severe blow to the Confederate cause and helped to turn the tide of the war in favor of the Union.