Question

What was the significance of the Lincoln-Douglas debates?

They brought together two outstanding speakers that were largely in agreement on the issues.
They highlighted the strengths of both the Democratic and Republican parties.
They framed the issues related to slavery and brought Lincoln into the national spotlight.
They energized people against slavery on moral grounds.

Answer 1

@Ashleyisakitty

Answer 2

I think C, you could probably look up Lincoln-Douglas debate on Wikipedia and check. :)

Answer 3

@LeeEtchison how about this How did the North and the South react to the Compromise of 1850?

Both were pleased to have the issues resolved.


Both agreed that popular sovereignty was the best way of dealing with slavery.


Both the North and the South felt it favored the free states.


Neither side was pleased with the outcome.

Answer 4

I don't know. I sort of forgot 90% of my Social Studies classes on the Civil war, sorry...

Answer 5

On the first one it was the secound choice with the republicans

Answer 6

And the last one I am not sure but I would say it would be the last one because that is what led to the civil war

Answer 7

Okay. Thanks mate!

Answer 8

Welcome