How did the election of 1860 contribute to the Civil War?

Question

A.
Northern states were emboldened by the apathy of southern voters and proposed an amendment outlawing slavery.

B.
Southern states believed that Abraham Lincoln intended to prohibit slavery and started to secede from the Union.

C.
Northern states were emboldened by the victory of Abraham Lincoln and passed a Senate bill outlawing slavery.

D.
Southern states believed that the election was too close to call and that John Breckenridge received the most votes.

Answer 1

B. Southern states believed that Abraham Lincoln intended to prohibit slavery and started to secede from the Union.