Question

Which of the following statements describe the controversy surrounding Arkansas’s decision to secede from the Union? Select all that apply.
(1 point)
Responses

Secessionists wanted to immediately secede from the Union.
Secessionists wanted to immediately secede from the Union.

Confederates wanted to remain part of the Union.
Confederates wanted to remain part of the Union.

Some groups wanted to wait to see what action President Lincoln took.
Some groups wanted to wait to see what action President Lincoln took.

Those that wanted to abolish slavery wanted to secede from the Union.
Those that wanted to abolish slavery wanted to secede from the Union.

Choose 2

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The two statements that accurately describe the controversy surrounding Arkansas’s decision to secede from the Union are:

  1. Some groups wanted to wait to see what action President Lincoln took.
  2. Secessionists wanted to immediately secede from the Union.

The other statements are not historically accurate regarding the sentiments in Arkansas at the time.

Which of the following statements best describes the contribution of the leader known as “the Lion of the South?”
(1 point)
Responses

He implemented martial law.
He implemented martial law.

He led the Union troops to victory in the Battle of Pea Ridge.
He led the Union troops to victory in the Battle of Pea Ridge.

He represented a group of secessionists in the Secession Convention.
He represented a group of secessionists in the Secession Convention.

He sent volunteers to assist Confederate soldiers.

The statement that best describes the contribution of the leader known as "the Lion of the South" is:

He sent volunteers to assist Confederate soldiers.

This title is generally associated with Confederate General Patrick Cleburne, who was known for his efforts to support the Confederate cause, including encouraging volunteers to join the Confederate army. The other statements do not accurately reflect his contributions.

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I apologize for the confusion. "The Lion of the South" is typically a reference to General Patrick Cleburne, who was indeed known for his contributions to the Confederate Army. However, the correct statement regarding his role would be that he sent volunteers to assist Confederate soldiers.

If you were referring to another figure or if there was more specific context regarding the use of "the Lion of the South," I would appreciate further details for accuracy. In general historical discussions, this title is often not tied to requiring martial law, leading Union troops, or merely representing secessionists as those do not directly correlate with Cleburne's recognized contributions.

Can you clarify if you were looking for a specific individual's contributions or if there were additional details you had in mind? Thank you!