SECTIONAL CRISIS 1850 1861
SOUTHERN SECESSION
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Question
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In his first inaugural address, President Lincoln said:“I am loath to close. We are not enemies, but friends. We must not be enemies. Though passion may have strained, it must not break our bonds of affection.”
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True
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False
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -In his inaugural address, Lincoln promised not to interfere with the institution of slavery where it existed, and pledged to suspend the activities of the federal government temporarily in areas of hostility. However, he also took a firm stance against secession and the seizure of federal property.
Detailed explanation-2: -With the swearing of his official vows, Lincoln became the 16th president of the United States. His speech was a very important one because he would be speaking not only as the new president but also as the leader of a nation in crisis. Lincoln was well prepared.
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