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Hello. I'm doing a project on the south during sectionalism. I have to persuade americans to move south. I have to include material on social, political, economic, as well as geographic. Any suggestions on getting started?

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Do you still need help @DestinyTheScienceNerd ?

Answer 2

Okay do you know what sectionalism is?

Answer 3

@DestinyTheScienceNerd

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yes, it was when the united states separated itself into 3 divisions, North, West, and South. I do not know the reason as to why sectionalism happened. @PurpleUnicornn7771234

Answer 5

Yes, you are totally right, this happened mainly because of industrialization. Okay now do you have to write a paper about it, and would you like me to help you make an outline?

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I have to make a brochure... trying to persuade American citizens to 'join' the south.

Answer 7

ohh okay that sounds fun, do you have any ideas for this brochure?

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there's already an outline made... which kinda limits me on creativity.. but I do have to come up with a quote that relates to the area, as well as geographic, social, economic, and political facts. For the social, I have to identify the issues that face people in that region. For the economic, I have to state what the region's economy was based on (which would be farming for the south). For political, I have to state political beliefs and issues facing the region. I have to include an illustration for each section.

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@PurpleUnicornn7771234

Answer 10

Okie dokie that is very accomplishable and I can help you with that. What you do you want to get started on first?

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Let's get started on Social- the issues that the people in the south are facing during sectionalism.

Answer 12

Okay, now do you have anything for this section?
I found a great site here: http://americanhistoryrules.com/?page_id=1556
and here is something that i took from it and you can go back to the site to read more
VIEWS OF THE SOUTH –

Slavery - You are diametrically opposed to any bills that would have a negative impact on the institution of slavery. Northern abolitionists have been flooding the Congress with petitions calling for the abolition or restriction of slavery. Southerners are insulted by these diatribes and the constant focus on slavery
has prevented the consideration of other issues of significance.


Protective Tariff - You are opposed to a high protective tariff which adds a large tax to the price of imported goods. Since your principal trading partner is Europe, you import large amounts of manufactured products and end up paying higher prices as a result of the tariff. Southerners provide two-thirds of the national revenue collected by the tariff. Furthermore, European countries invariably respond by imposing their own tariffs on the cotton that you are selling, thereby causing your profits to fall. You get hurt both ways!


Internal Improvements - You are opposed to national subsidies for internal improvements. Since your economy is export oriented, you only need transportation to the coast and the Southeast is already blessed with natural waterways that accomplish this with minimal improvements. The proposed internal improvements would link the Northeast with the Northwest, benefiting those two regions, but the national government gets its revenue primarily from the high tariff. Why pay two-thirds of the bill and get no benefit?

Bank of the United States - You are opposed to extending the charter of the Bank. Many of your constituents advocate “states rights” and the most obvious role of the US Bank is federal regulation of local banks. Furthermore, the US Bank would have little benefit for the Southeast where the need for investment capital is limited and money is tied up in slaves or land. Extending the charter of the Bank will only help the North develop faster and become more politically powerful. Who wants that?


Western Lands - You are in favor of low prices for western lands sold in large tracts (640+ acres). You support the availability of these lands because some Southeastern lands are wearing out. Since you believe that cotton is essential to the growth of the South and the economic health of the nation, the replacement of worn out lands with large tracts of western lands suitable for plantation agriculture is vital. The future growth of the southern economy depends on this issue.


Indian Removal - Most southeasterners are unconcerned about the plight of Native Americans although Georgia and North Carolina would definitely support removal.

Answer 13

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okay, thank you. It seems as if I can find most of the information I need on that website. I'll message you if I need anything else. Thank you so much for your help, I really do appreciate it. My teacher will appreciate it as well ;)

Answer 15

haha okie dokie!:) I am glad I could be of some assistance, good luck I am sure that your brochure will turn out great! Remember that you are smart! Byeee:)