Question

what does this quote tell you about davis? davis was reluctant to lead the confederacy. davis was afraid of the union. davis was determined to fight. \we are without machinery, without means, and threatened by a powerful opposition; but i do not despond and will not shrink from the task imposed upon me.\ -jefferson davis, in a letter to his wife, february 20, 1861

Explanation:

Jefferson Davis acknowledges difficult circumstances but states he won't shrink from his task, showing determination.

Answer:

Davis was determined to fight.