Question

guided practice
why did robert e. lee lead the confederate army into maryland and the battle of antietam?
a. he was obeying orders from european governments.
b. he wanted to inspire a pro-confederate uprising.
c. he had ample supplies to fight wherever he wanted.
d. he lacked the confidence to fight the union anywhere else.

Explanation:

Robert E. Lee invaded Maryland (leading to the Battle of Antietam) with the goal of encouraging pro-Confederate civilians in the border state to rise up and join the Confederate cause, which would strengthen the South's position in the Civil War. The other options are incorrect: he did not take orders from European governments, his army was low on supplies (not ample), and he had demonstrated confidence in prior campaigns.

Answer:

B. He wanted to inspire a pro-Confederate uprising.