What led to sectionalism in the United States in the early 1800s?
(1 point)
Responses
the increase in conflicts between the political parties
the increase in conflicts between the political parties
the different economic interests of the regions
the different economic interests of the regions
the rise in conflicts over who can determine the constitutionality of laws
the rise in conflicts over who can determine the constitutionality of laws
the mounting tensions over enslaving African Americans
1 answer
The correct response is: the different economic interests of the regions.
While all the options contributed to sectionalism in some way, the differing economic interests, particularly between the agrarian South and the industrializing North, were primary factors leading to sectional tensions.
