Question

Which strategy was a key element of the Union victory in the Civil War?
O
A. Offering Confederate troops cash payments to join the Union side
O
B. Refusing to engage Confederate forces in direct combat
C. Splitting Confederate territory by controlling the Mississippi River
D. Arresting and executing Confederate leaders, including Jefferson
Davis

Answer 1

Answer:

I would say C.

Explanation:

The Union did gain control of the Mississippi River and used that power during the war as another way of fighting against the Confederacy.

Sorry if wrong..

Answer 2

B it was as the smarter option due to them having less man power