Question

question 8 what was the significance of lincolns re - election in 1864? it meant that congress would have to decide what do about the land gained in the mexican cession. it gave the democrats the opportunity to end the civil war with peace negotiations. it finally gave lincoln the opportunity to replace incompetent generals with one that would follow his plan to win the war. lincolns victory sealed the fate of the confederacy, ensuring that union army would keep following general grants strategy.

Explanation:

Lincoln's re - election in 1864 was crucial as it ensured the continuation of the Union's war effort. General Grant's successful military strategies contributed to the Union's position, and Lincoln's re - election meant the Confederacy's fate was more or less sealed, as the Union Army would continue to follow the path towards victory. The other options are not the main significance of Lincoln's re - election.

Answer:

Lincoln's victory sealed the fate of the Confederacy, ensuring that Union Army would keep following General Grant's strategy.