Question

who was the confederate general who surrendered to the north, ending the civil war in april 1865?
a. robert e. lee
b. richard ewell
c. james longstreet

Explanation:

Robert E. Lee, as the commanding general of the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia, surrendered to Union forces at Appomattox Court House in April 1865, effectively ending the American Civil War. The other listed generals were Confederate officers but did not lead this decisive surrender.

Answer:

A. Robert E. Lee