Which of the following directly led to the American Civil War?

Question

A. The Lecompton Constitution
B. The secession of many Southern states from the union
C. The decision in the Dred Scott v. Sandford case
D. The election of Abraham Lincoln

C?

Answer 1

C is not the answer.

Answer 2

I don't agree. the question asked ...DIRECTLY...led to the civil war...

I would relook at D, especially the effect Lincoln had when elected in South Carolina.

Answer 3

so D?

Answer 4

so D? or B?