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Which best describes how the status of the Civil War affected Lincoln’s reelection chances in 1864?
The Civil War had just begun, which helped Lincoln’s chances of winning.
The Civil War was nearing its end, which helped Lincoln’s chances of winning.
The Civil War was nearing its end, which hurt Lincoln’s chances of winning.
The Civil War had just begun, which hurt Lincoln’s chances of winning.

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The Civil War was nearing its end, which helped Lincoln’s chances of winning.

Explanation: Union military successes in 1864 (notably Sherman's capture of Atlanta) improved Northern morale and strengthened support for Lincoln, helping him win reelection.