Abraham Lincoln and the Election of 1860
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What was the reason for the secession of South Carolina and six other states from the Union?

  • They disagreed with Lincoln's stance against the spread of slavery (correct)
  • They wanted to establish a stronger relationship with European countries
  • They disagreed with the Union's economic policies
  • They sought independence from the United States

    • According to Lincoln's First Inaugural Address, what was his stance on the legality of state secession?

  • He stated that no state could legally choose to secede from the Union (correct)
  • He believed that secession was a fundamental right of each state
  • He supported the right of states to secede if they disagreed with federal policies
  • He encouraged states to consider secession as an option

    • Who was the president of the Confederate States of America during its formation in February 1861?

  • Jefferson Davis of Mississippi (correct)
  • Ulysses S. Grant
  • Abraham Lincoln
  • Robert E. Lee

    • Where did the Civil War begin as a result of Confederate forces opening fire, starting the conflict?

    <p>Fort Sumter in South Carolina</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many more states joined the Confederacy after the fighting at Fort Sumter?

    <p>4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the reason for the formation of the Confederate States of America?

    <p>To establish an independent nation separate from the United States</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was President Lincoln's stance on slavery in territories where it already existed?

    <p>He didn’t plan to outlaw slavery where it currently existed</p> Signup and view all the answers

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