Read the list of facts about John C. Fremont. 1. John C. Fremont was an army surveyor. He explored the Rockies, the Oregon region, and the Southwest. He helped make a scientific map of the West.
2. He encouraged Americans in California to revolt against Mexican rule in 1846.
3. As a civilian, he tried but failed to find a route for a railroad across the continent.
4. In 1856, he was the first presidential candidate for the new Republican Party. He lost.
5. As an officer during the Civil War, Fremont seized property and freed slaves in Missouri. President Lincoln grew angry with Fremont for exceeding his orders.
6. After the war, he served as governor of the territory of Arizona.

Based on the information you were just given, which key detail should be included in a paragraph describing John C. Fremont’s time in public office?

A. his candidacy for president
B. his work as a surveyor
C. his effort to find a railroad route
D. his service as Arizona governor