Which of the following best describes the conditions faced by soldiers during the Civil War? (1 point) Responses Improved military technology meant that most soldiers died instantly of battlefield wounds. Improved military technology meant that most soldiers died instantly of battlefield wounds. Poor conditions were made worse in that most soldiers were young men under the age of 21. Poor conditions were made worse in that most soldiers were young men under the age of 21. Food was bad and scarce, but plentiful Southern cotton was used to make clothes and shelter appropriate to the seasons. Food was bad and scarce, but plentiful Southern cotton was used to make clothes and shelter appropriate to the seasons. Prisoners of War on both sides were generally treated well and released soon after a battle.

Answer 1

The best description of the conditions faced by soldiers during the Civil War among the provided options is: "Poor conditions were made worse in that most soldiers were young men under the age of 21."

While improved military technology did lead to higher casualty rates, not all soldiers died instantly from wounds. Additionally, food scarcity and unsuitable clothing were significant issues for soldiers on both sides, but the statement about Southern cotton does not accurately reflect the overall conditions. Lastly, Prisoners of War were often subjected to harsh conditions rather than being treated well.