How did Lincoln want to treat the Southern states after the war?

Question

A
He wanted to be compassionate and let them back into the Union.

B
He wanted to be strict and forbid them from re-entering the Union.

C
He wanted to hold an election to determine whether they should be let back into the Union.

D
He wanted all residents of the Southern states to move to the North.

Answer 1

A
He wanted to be compassionate and let them back into the Union.