The term Bourbon
A.celebrated the French origin of many of the New South leaders
B.derived from the French Bourbons who, according to Napoleon, forgot nothing and learned nothing through the ordeal of the French Revolution
C.reflected the fact that some Southern political leaders had made their fortunes through liquor distribution
D. was used with pride by New South leaders
E. meant nothing to Southerners since few spoke French F. All of the above
help? I'm really not sure about this one
To which meaning of Bourbon are you referring?
http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bourbon
4, southerners were referred to as Bourbons
I refuse to guess because I am from New England :)
I'd choose F.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bourbon_Democrats
In this sense, it could be either B or C.
To determine the correct answer, we can break down each option and evaluate its accuracy in relation to the term "Bourbon" as it relates to Southern leaders in the New South.
A. This option suggests that Bourbon celebrated the French origin of many New South leaders. To evaluate its accuracy, we can investigate the historical context of the term. During the 1800s, the South experienced significant growth and development after the Civil War, known as the "New South." However, there is no clear evidence to support the claim that Bourbon specifically celebrated the French origins of these leaders. Therefore, option A may not be the correct answer.
B. This option suggests that Bourbon derived from the French Bourbons, who, according to Napoleon, forgot nothing and learned nothing through the ordeal of the French Revolution. To evaluate its accuracy, we can examine the historical context. The term "Bourbon" refers to a conservative faction of the Democratic Party that dominated the South during the Reconstruction period. This option's claim about the French Bourbons' attitude has no direct connection to the Southern leaders. Therefore, option B may not be the correct answer.
C. This option suggests that Bourbon reflects the fact that some Southern political leaders made their fortunes through liquor distribution. To evaluate its accuracy, we can consider the historical background. The term "Bourbon" is associated with the political dominance of conservative Democrats, who represented the interests of wealthy southern planters and businessmen. While it is true that some of these leaders made their fortunes through various means, including liquor distribution, this option does not fully capture the significance of the term. Therefore, option C may not be the correct answer.
D. This option suggests that Bourbon was used with pride by New South leaders. To evaluate its accuracy, we can consider the historical context. The term "Bourbon" was used as a political label and was associated with the conservative Democratic leadership in the South during the Reconstruction era. While it is possible that some New South leaders used the term with pride to assert their political power, this option does not provide a comprehensive explanation. Therefore, option D may not be the correct answer.
E. This option suggests that "Bourbon" meant nothing to Southerners since few spoke French. To evaluate its accuracy, we can consider the historical and linguistic context. While it is true that few Southerners spoke French, this does not diminish the significance of the term "Bourbon" in relation to Southern leaders. Therefore, option E may not be the correct answer.
F. Based on the evaluation of options A to E, none of them provide a fully accurate explanation of the term "Bourbon" as it relates to Southern leaders in the New South. Therefore, option F (All of the above) is not the correct answer.
Considering the information provided, it appears that none of the given options accurately explain the term "Bourbon" as it relates to Southern leaders in the New South.