Which accurately describes Abraham Lincoln in 1860? Check all that apply.

He was the Republican candidate for president.

He won the presidential election.

He came a close second in Georgia.

He did not win any Southern states.

His election upset white Southerners.

His election led to the secession of Southern states.

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Lucille Powell

5 October, 16:37

Which accurately describes Abraham Lincoln in 1860? Check all that apply.

He was the Republican candidate for president.

He won the presidential election.

He came a close second in Georgia.

He did not win any Southern states.

His election upset white Southerners.

His election led to the secession of Southern states.

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Yoda · Answer 1

This accurately describes Abraham Lincoln in 1860

He was the Republican candidate for president.

He won the presidential election

His election led to the secession of Southern states.

Mary Randall · Answer 2

All of the above apart from He came a close second in Georgia apply.

Explanation:

He was the Republican candidate for president.

He won the presidential election.

He did not win any Southern states.

His election upset white Southerners.

His election led to the secession of Southern states.

Abraham Lincoln was not on the ballot in the State of Georgia and hence did not come second in the election in Georgia.