Use the graph to answer the questions.

Question 1
Which of the following statements is an accurate interpretation of the data on this graph? Choose all that apply.

(You may use the "check answer" button once on this question.)

(1 point)
Responses

Tennessee had more Civil War battles than Mississippi.
Tennessee had more Civil War battles than Mississippi.

Mississippi had more Civil War battles than Tennessee.
Mississippi had more Civil War battles than Tennessee.

No state had more Civil War battles than Tennessee.
No state had more Civil War battles than Tennessee.
Question 2
Think about what you've learned about the division of regions in the Civil War and the strategic importance of different locations.

Which of the following provides the most logical explanation for the difference between Tennessee and Mississippi on this graph?

(1 point)
Responses

Mississippi had fewer battles because it was on Mississippi River.
Mississippi had fewer battles because it was on Mississippi River.

Mississippi had more battles because it was on the coast.
Mississippi had more battles because it was on the coast.

Tennessee had many more battles because it remained part of the Union.
Tennessee had many more battles because it remained part of the Union.

Tennessee had many more battles because it was closer to Union terrirory.
Tennessee had many more battles because it was closer to Union terrirory.
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The correct answers are:

Question 1:

- Tennessee had more Civil War battles than Mississippi.
- No state had more Civil War battles than Tennessee.

Question 2:

- Tennessee had many more battles because it was closer to Union territory.