Question

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A primary source letter from a Georgia soldier during the Civil War describes "the burning of our crops and the tearing up of the
railroad tracks." What does this evidence suggest about the impact of the war on Georgia?

The war only affected
cities, not rural areas.

The war caused significant
destruction to Georgia's
resources and
transportation.

Georgia's economy
improved during the war.

The war had little effect on
Georgia's infrastructure.

Answer 1

The war caused significant destruction to Georgia's resources and transportation.

Explanation: Burning crops destroyed food and farms; tearing up railroad tracks disrupted supply lines and movement of troops and goods, showing major damage to Georgia's economy and infrastructure.