Prior to becoming president of the Confederacy, Jefferson Davis had
A. called for a gradual phase-out of slavery.
B. been regarded as a moderate on secession.
C. called for the imprisonment of abolitionists.
D. begged South Carolina not to leave the Union.
E. been vice president of the United States.
Answer: B
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