Question

1. Why were many federal troops placed in western Texas after the civil war? A.to increase the population. B.to influence the largest area of Texas with citizens of south ancestors. C.to police the area from confederate raiders. D.to provide protaction from American Indian attacks. My answer is A.

2. Why did galveston suffer more direct effects of the civil war than other Texas cities? A.galveston was located near the cotton-growing region of Texas. B.the union blockade brought it into direct contact with enemy troops. C.union soldiers wished to end trade between Texas and mexico. D.the people of the city had opposed the actions of German unionists. My answer is B.

Answer 1

1. no
2. yes

Answer 2

For 1 my new answer is c.