What was the response to the war against Spain among military service-aged men?
A. There was not much need for volunteers, as the army already totaled over 100,000 men.
B. The army was limited by continuing efforts to subdue Native American tribes in the West and never was able to reach the number of men necessary to prosecute the war.
C. The response was enthusiastic, as 200,000 men rushed to join the war effort.
D. The government had to institute a draft to coerce the reluctant to join the war effort.
Answer: C
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