Which statement best describes cities in colonial North America? A.
They were the center of industry and politics.
B.
They were the home of nearly half of all colonists.
C.
They were occupied only by the wealthiest colonists.

D.
They were more loyal to the British government than were rural areas.

b

Explanation:

B.

They were the home of nearly half of all colonists.

ummm? is that supposed to be a question or a but this is a reason he won re-election

explanation:

"despite progress in the war, lincoln and most political pundits were convinced that he would lose his bid for reelection in 1864. the country was war weary and the democratic party's nominee, george mcclellan, was likely to negotiate a peace treaty with the confederacy if elected." - loc.gov