In the years prior to the Civil War, the South

Question

a
had widespread education
b
had a sparse population compared to the North
c
had become more urban than the North
d
was rich in manufacturing

Answer 1

The correct answer is:

b had a sparse population compared to the North

In the years prior to the Civil War, the Southern United States had a lower population density compared to the Northern states, which were more urbanized and industrialized. The South was primarily agrarian, relying on plantation agriculture, and had fewer cities and manufacturing facilities compared to the North.