Which of the following is true of the Civil War (1861-1865)?
A. It has contributed to the decrease in power of the national government.
B. It did not grant black men the right to vote and own and operate businesses.
C. It occurred because of the states' increased desire for regulating interstate commerce.
D. It was a dispute over states' rights versus national supremacy.
E. It was largely provoked by the issue of nuclear deals.
Answer: D
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