Election of 1860: A Nation, Torn

Election of 1860: A Nation, Torn

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History, Social Studies

10th Grade - University

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The 1860 U.S. presidential election was pivotal, with slavery as a central issue. The Lincoln-Douglas debates highlighted the national divide. Lincoln's election led to Southern secession, sparking the Civil War. The conflict eventually required constitutional amendments to reunite the nation.

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What was a major issue that made the 1860 presidential election more than just a political competition?

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During the 1858 Illinois Senate race, what was Abraham Lincoln's stance on slavery?

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Who won the Illinois Senate seat in 1858 after the debates with Abraham Lincoln?

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Which states were considered swing states crucial for Lincoln's victory in the 1860 election?

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What was the immediate consequence of Lincoln's election victory in 1860?