Question
Based on the information in the chart, why might Congress have been divided about declaring war on Britain?(1 point)
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Southern representatives were less concerned about British interference in American shipping.
Southern representatives were less concerned about British interference in American shipping.
Members of Congress did not believe the American military could compete with the British military.
Members of Congress did not believe the American military could compete with the British military.
The War Hawks had more supporters in the House of Representatives than in the Senate.
The War Hawks had more supporters in the House of Representatives than in the Senate.
Some representatives were not convinced that the rumors about the Native American attacks were true.
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Based on the information you've provided, the most likely reason Congress might have been divided about declaring war on Britain is:
Southern representatives were less concerned about British interference in American shipping.
This response suggests a geographical and ideological divide regarding the impact of British actions, which could lead to differing opinions on whether war was necessary.
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