Which of these best describes the actions of Congress during the Civil War?
a. the triumph of states' rights over the American system
b. marked by sharp partisan divisions, resulting in a four-year deadlock
c. inability to enact any significant legislation
d. creation of a national government with strong authority over the economy
Answer: d. creation of a national government with strong authority over the economy
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