Question

people assumed she was just well - meaning but crazy. people also assumed things about mary. they assumed she couldnt read and that she was too dumb to understand maps. thats why jefferson davis and his generals would leave out important maps and documents where mary could see them. elizabeth is best described as a good spy because a she works for the confederate army commanders. b people know she cant read documents or maps. c she is crazy and will make information up for the union. d people assume her odd behavior makes her harmless.

Explanation:

The text states that people assumed Mary (presumably Elizabeth in the question - likely a mis - name) was just well - meaning but also assumed she couldn't read and was too dumb to understand maps. This led to important maps and documents being left where she could see them. Her odd behavior made people assume she was harmless, which allowed her to access information, making her a good spy.

Answer:

D. people assume her odd behavior makes her harmless