Context: The time period in United States history between 1820 and 1861 is often called the antebellum period. During the antebellum period, the North and South became more divided. In the following questions, you learn more about the changes that happened during the antebellum period.
The following table shows other words that use the Latin root words ante and bellum. Look at the table. Then complete the text below.
Complete the sentence.
The word "antebellum" means ().
A. after the election
B. after the long peace
C. before the war
D. before the feast
Choose the right answer from the options and respond with its letter.

C