Capturing Vicksburg was an important objective for the North because a. its capture would give the North control of the Mississippi River delta.
b. it was the last Confederate stronghold on the Mississippi River.
c. its location made it an invasion route to the North.
d. its capture would prevent the South from shipping its cotton to Europe.

When the novel made its first appearance in the 1700s, why did it appeal to people of all classes? people could identify with the stories of everyday life. people were entertained by reading about the lives of nobles. people preferred stories that were thoughtful, not full of action. people were excited to read about great historical figures.