How did the South react to the election of Abraham Lincoln? Select all that apply.

Question

1. The South believed that the federal government was set against the South
2. The South believed they could renew a series of compromises.
3. The South believed that they would be left to pursue their own ways of life.
4. The South believed that secession was unavoidable.

Answer 1

The correct reactions of the South to the election of Abraham Lincoln include:

1. The South believed that the federal government was set against the South.
2. The South believed that secession was unavoidable.

These points reflect the prevailing sentiment in the South following Lincoln's election, as many Southerners viewed his presidency as a threat to their way of life and the institution of slavery, leading to increased calls for secession. Points 2 and 3 do not accurately represent the overall reaction of the South during this period.