Question

question 7 of 10
what is one reason why walt whitman volunteered in hospitals?

a. because he admired president lincoln and his efforts
b. because he was studying to become a nurse
c. because president lincoln asked him to help
d. because it looked good on his resume

Explanation:

Walt Whitman volunteered in hospitals during the Civil War. He admired President Lincoln and his efforts to preserve the Union and care for the soldiers. Option B is incorrect as he wasn't studying to be a nurse. Option C is wrong as Lincoln didn't ask him to help. Option D is illogical as resumes weren't a factor in that context.

Answer:

A. Because he admired President Lincoln and his efforts