Question

guided practice
the fighting brought hard times to the home fronts of both north and south and helped transform many aspects of american life. both economy and society of both regions underwent deep and lasting changes.
why did the union government introduce an income tax and begin selling government bonds?
a. to recruit troops for the war effort
b. to raise money for the war effort
c. to create foreign support for the war effort
d. to introduce a common currency

Explanation:

During the American Civil War, the Union government needed substantial funds to cover the massive costs of the war effort, including supplies, troop pay, and military operations. An income tax and government bonds were direct financial measures to generate this necessary capital. Recruiting troops was done via other methods like drafts, foreign support was not the goal of these financial policies, and a common currency was established separately.

Answer:

B. to raise money for the war effort