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During the Civil War, how many women became widows?
During the Civil War, how many women became widows?
- Over four hundred thousand
- Over one hundred thousand
- Over two hundred thousand (correct)
- Over three hundred thousand
How long did the ideal widow mourn for?
How long did the ideal widow mourn for?
- Three years
- One year
- Two and a half years (correct)
- Six months
What was one of the challenges faced by widows during the Civil War?
What was one of the challenges faced by widows during the Civil War?
- Lack of financial support
- Lack of physical support
- Lack of emotional support
- Difficulty in purchasing proper mourning garb (correct)
Which party did George H. Pendleton belong to?
Which party did George H. Pendleton belong to?
What was the official platform of the Democratic Party in 1864?
What was the official platform of the Democratic Party in 1864?
Which state(s) did McClellan carry in the 1864 election?
Which state(s) did McClellan carry in the 1864 election?
What event played a significant role in Lincoln's victory in the 1864 election?
What event played a significant role in Lincoln's victory in the 1864 election?
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