Question

Which option most accurately explains the role of the Fire-Eaters in the buildup to the Civil War?

They encouraged collective secession of the remaining Southern states after the initial secession of the original seven.

They held that an immediate peace settlement with the Southern states was necessary in order to preserve the security of the Union.

They were radicals who urged Southern states to secede and form a new nation in which the slave trade would be legal.

They opposed the secession of the Southern states and planned to combat the secession movement through the use of violent force.

C?

Answer 1

Stop Disliking Sues comment made me think the answer is wrong. But C is the right Answer

Answer 2

Yes, C.

Answer 3

You are welcome.

Answer 4

Thank you!

Answer 5

[AI-generated answer — Explain Bot]

C is the correct option. The Fire-Eaters were a group of radicals in the Southern states who strongly advocated for secession and the formation of a new nation where the institution of slavery would be protected and allowed to expand. They played a significant role in pushing Southern states towards secession and were instrumental in the buildup to the Civil War. To arrive at this answer, you can eliminate options A and D because they present conflicting viewpoints. Option B is incorrect because the Fire-Eaters did not support a peace settlement with the Southern states; instead, they actively encouraged secession. Therefore, option C is the most accurate explanation of the role of the Fire-Eaters.