Which of the following statements best describes the role of African-

Americans during the Civil War?

AAfrican-Americans were readily conscripted into combat duty early

on both sides.

BAt the war’s start, the North quickly created numerous African-

American combat units.

CWhile the Union desegregated its military, the Confederacy refused.

DAfrican-Americans were not allowed to serve in either side’s navy.

EThe Emancipation Proclamation increased African-American

enlistments in the North.