The Republicans were successful in the election of 1860 because __________
A) they compromised on the issue of slavery
B) they were able to win decisively in the North
C) they won significant southern support
D) Abraham Lincoln offered the potential for sectional harmony
E) the Democrats dropped out of the race
Answer: B
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A. whether slaves would be counted in determining the population of a territory B. when settlers in a territory could outlaw slavery C. who would determine voting qualifications in a particular territory D. whether African Americans would have equality under the law in the territories
All the people whose names appear on Map 19.1 are referred to as __________
A) bourgeoisie B) philosophes C) aristocracy D) seigneurs
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A) their stylish clothing B) their indifference C) their care for their own children D) their proud bearing
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.