Question

Ulysses S. Grant was not considered a popular president, even though he had been a popular war hero. Which statement describes why?

A. He refused to work with Radical Republicans in Congress.
B. His ability to lead was marred by scandal.
C. He took a strong stand against Southern resistance to Reconstruction.
D. He oversaw a long period of economic growth and prosperity.

Answer 1

Ulysses S. Grant was not considered a popular president, even though he had been a popular war hero because: His ability to lead was marred by scandal.

Answer 2

"His ability to lead was marred by scandal" is the one statement among the choices given in the question that describes why Ulysses S. Grant was not considered a popular president, even though he had been a popular war hero. The correct option among all the options given in the question is option "B".