Multiple choice

The American Civil War (1861-1865)

  1. was ended by the Missouri Compromise.

  2. was a precursor of "total war' of the 20th century.

  3. did not completely eradicate slavery in all of the states.

  4. was destructive due to the resource superiority of the South
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Explanation

The American Civil War is often cited as a precursor to 20th-century total war due to the mobilization of entire societies, the use of industrial technology, and the targeting of civilian infrastructure.

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