African American soldiers in the Union

A. were not paid for their military service.
B. experienced a higher mortality rate than white soldiers.
C. constituted a large segment of the initial volunteers who joined the war effort.
D. died in combat in larger numbers than white soldiers.
E. were allowed only to dig trenches and transport water.


Answer: B

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