Question

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Which of the following was a major reason for Georgia's secession from the Union in 1861?

1

2

4

The discovery of gold in
California

The end of the War of 1812

Disagreement over the
location of the state
capital

88

The election of Abraham
Lincoln and concerns over
slavery

Answer 1

The election of Abraham Lincoln and concerns over slavery.

Georgia seceded in January 1861 largely because Southern leaders feared Lincoln’s administration would restrict or abolish slavery and thus threaten the Southern economy and social order.