1. PART A: Which statement identifies the central idea of the text? A The North was more powerful than the South and was always going to be the victor of the Civil War. B Despite the obvious strength of the North, the outcome of the war was unpredictable at the time. C The United States underestimated the strength of the South, giving it the upper hand. D The sole cause of the Civil War was the South’s desire to preserve slavery in the United States. Save & Next