Which terms best describe the Southern states in the years before the Civil War?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking which terms best describe the characteristics of the Southern states before the Civil War, focusing on their economic and social structures. It presents multiple-choice answers that highlight different aspects of the regions.
Answer
Rural and agricultural.
The final answer is Rural and agricultural.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is Rural and agricultural.
More Information
The Southern states before the Civil War were characterized by a predominantly rural society with a strong emphasis on agriculture, particularly through plantations and the use of slavery for labor.
Tips
A common mistake is to confuse industrial characteristics, which were more typical of the Northern states, with the Southern states.
Sources
- The North and the South in the Civil War | American Battlefield Trust - battlefields.org
- Antebellum South - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
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