Question

why did general lee fail during his last stand at the appomattox court house? his reinforcements did not arrive in time. he refused to use a total war strategy. his troops had deserted him completely. his troops were weak and surrounded.

Explanation:

By the time of the Appomattox Court House, General Lee's Confederate forces were worn - out and surrounded by much larger Union forces. Reinforcements were not available, and his troops were in no condition to continue an effective fight. Total war strategy was not the main reason for his defeat at this specific moment, and while some desertions occurred, it was not that his troops had completely deserted. The main factors were the weakness of his remaining troops and being surrounded.

Answer:

His troops were weak and surrounded.