What is the connection among sectionalism, slavery, and states’ rights as causes of the Civil War? How did the Southern response to the 1860 election results
Pick one of the correct answer below.
Sectionalism divided the country into areas with specific beliefs on the roles of government and slavery. States rights were argued for by the south, in terms of keeping slavery, and used as a reason for succession. When Lincoln was elected, the southern states succeeded and the Civil War was fought to preserve the Union.
Sectionalism united the country, states rights made southerners happy, and slavery was not an issue.
When Lincoln was elected, the southern states were incredibly happy and the Civil War was fought to so prove who loved Lincoln the most.
Sectionalism made the country all believe the same thing. Each state loved the way the Federal government did things and Lincolns election meant nothing.
The correct answer is:
Sectionalism divided the country into areas with specific beliefs on the roles of government and slavery. States rights were argued for by the south, in terms of keeping slavery, and used as a reason for secession. When Lincoln was elected, the southern states seceded and the Civil War was fought to preserve the Union.