Unit 5 Topic 1 Flashcards
What does secession mean?
To withdraw from the Union
Secession refers to the action of formally withdrawing from an organization or political entity, in this case, the United States.
What was the primary goal of the Republican Party regarding slavery?
Anti-slavery, stop slavery from spreading, and allow slavery to continue where it already exists
The Republican Party emerged in the 1850s with a platform focused on limiting the expansion of slavery into new territories.
What was the stance of Northern Democrats on slavery?
Popular sovereignty
Northern Democrats supported the idea that the residents of a territory should decide whether to allow slavery.
What was the stance of Southern Democrats regarding slavery?
Expand slavery or no Union
Southern Democrats advocated for the expansion of slavery into new territories, arguing it was essential for the Union’s preservation.
Who was the Republican candidate in the Election of 1860?
Lincoln
Lincoln aimed to stop the expansion of slavery.
What was Stephen Douglas’s political affiliation in the Election of 1860?
Northern Democrats
He supported popular sovereignty.
What stance did Breckenridge take in the Election of 1860?
Expand slavery or no union
Breckenridge represented the Southern Democrats.
What was the position of the Constitutional Union candidate, Bell, regarding slavery?
No opinion on slavery
Bell represented the border states.
Which region did Lincoln represent in the Election of 1860?
North
Lincoln’s platform was focused on halting the expansion of slavery.
What was the outcome of the Election of 1860?
Lincoln won the election
This victory was significant in the context of rising tensions over slavery.
Fill in the blank: Douglas was associated with _______ and advocated for popular sovereignty.
Northern Democrats
True or False: Breckenridge was in favor of stopping the expansion of slavery.
False
Breckenridge wanted to expand slavery.
Which candidate was associated with the border states in the Election of 1860?
Bell
Bell represented the Constitutional Union.
What was one reason Louisiana supported secession?
Protect Slavery
The preservation of slavery was a primary motivation for Louisiana’s decision to secede.
What economic factor influenced Louisiana’s decision to secede?
New Orleans expanded economically
The growth of New Orleans as an economic hub contributed to the desire for secession.
Which president’s election was a reason for Louisiana’s secession?
Abraham Lincoln as President
Lincoln’s presidency was perceived as a threat to the institution of slavery.
Which political party’s policies contributed to Louisiana’s secession?
Republican Party
The Republican Party’s anti-slavery platform was a catalyst for secession.
What was one reason against Louisiana’s secession?
Risk of war
The potential for conflict was a significant concern for those opposing secession.
What did opponents of secession believe about the strength of the U.S.?
Strength of the U.S
Many felt that the United States’ strength would deter successful secession.
What did opponents believe could solve the issues leading to secession?
Constitution will solve issue
The belief was that the Constitution could address grievances without the need for secession.
How would New Orleans be economically affected by secession?
New Orleans economically harmed
There were concerns that secession could negatively impact the economy of New Orleans.
