Question

How did the Confederate government's increased control over the southern economy impact the people in the South? Select the two correct answers.(4 points) Responses They sold more cotton to Europe than had been previously sold. They sold more cotton to Europe than had been previously sold. They lost enslaved people who were seized by the government. They lost enslaved people who were seized by the government. They were forced to pay high taxes on enslaved people and cotton. They were forced to pay high taxes on enslaved people and cotton. They began to support anti-war politicians, such as the Copperheads. They began to support anti-war politicians, such as the Copperheads. They could not afford food or supplies due to high inflation.

Answer 1

The two correct answers regarding the impact of the Confederate government's increased control over the southern economy on the people in the South are:

1. They lost enslaved people who were seized by the government.
2. They could not afford food or supplies due to high inflation.

These responses highlight the challenges faced by the populace due to government actions and economic conditions during the Civil War.