What were three issues on which Northern states and Southern states disagreed?
Understand the Problem
The question asks us to identify three issues that caused disagreement between the Northern and Southern states of the United States, likely referring to the period leading up to the Civil War. These issues would have been central to the political, economic, and social differences between the two regions.
Answer
Tariffs, slavery, and state vs. federal power.
Three issues that divided the Northern and Southern states were tariffs, slavery, and the balance of power between state and federal governments.
Answer for screen readers
Three issues that divided the Northern and Southern states were tariffs, slavery, and the balance of power between state and federal governments.
More Information
These disagreements eventually led to the Civil War.
Tips
It's easy to confuse the issues, so focus on how economic differences (tariffs, economic practices), moral differences (slavery), and political differences (states' rights) all played a role.
Sources
- HCMS Texas History Chapter 16 Flashcards - Quizlet - quizlet.com
- The North and the South in the Civil War | American Battlefield Trust - battlefields.org
- Causes - The Civil War (U.S. National Park Service) - nps.gov
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