What led the Union to attack Sabine Pass?(1 point)

Question

Responses

to avoid admitting defeat
to avoid admitting defeat

to prevent Texas from seceding
to prevent Texas from seceding

to enforce the Union blockade
to enforce the Union blockade

to prevent the Confederates from trading with Mexico

Answer 1

The Union attacked Sabine Pass primarily to enforce the Union blockade. The goal was to disrupt Confederate trade and supply lines, particularly as Sabine Pass was a strategic location for shipping and trade with Mexico.