AnswersGA-GSE Grade 8 Georgia StudiesThe Civil War in Georgia (Part I)Question 96244
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The Civil War in Georgia (Part I)

Question 96244 • GA-GSE Grade 8 Georgia Studies

Why was Big Shanty chosen for the raid?

Answer
A
It was the first stop on the line and was an easy place to board the train.
B
It was the last stop on the line and was a Confederate supply station.
C
It was near a bridge that Union troops intended to destroy.
D
It would take longer for Confederate troops to learn about the raid from there.

Explanation

Big Shanty was chosen because it had no telegraph station, so the raiders could take the train without Confederate forces immediately receiving word. The delay gave them more time before Confederate troops could learn about the raid and pursue them. This matches choice D.

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