Jefferson Davis believed that the South was justified in seceding because:
a. Congress had shown a blatant disregard for the states' rights when it provided funds for railroad construction across state lines.
b. the growing strength of the North would prevent the South from controlling its own internal affairs.
c. Lincoln had been elected largely as a result of vote fraud.
d. Lincoln had pledged to emancipate slaves in Washington, D.C.
ANSWER: b
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