How Well Do You Know The Lincoln-Douglas Debates?

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1.

What was the main arguement of discussion?
- A.
  
  Economy
- B.
  
  Slavery
- C.
  
  Taxes
Correct Answer
B. Slavery

Explanation
The main argument of the discussion was about slavery.

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2.

Who won the election?
- A.
  
  Abraham Lincoln
- B.
  
  President James Buchanan
- C.
  
  Stephen A. Douglas
Correct Answer
C. StepHen A. Douglas

Explanation
The answer is Stephen A. Douglas because the question asks who won the election, implying that there was an election and someone emerged as the winner. Since Abraham Lincoln and President James Buchanan are also listed as options, it can be inferred that Stephen A. Douglas is the correct answer as he is the only remaining option.

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3.

What was the ending vote? (This was decided by the Illinois legislature)
- A.
  
  63-37
- B.
  
  51-49
- C.
  
  54-46
Correct Answer
C. 54-46

Explanation
The ending vote was 54-46. This means that 54 members of the Illinois legislature voted in favor of a decision, while 46 members voted against it.

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4.

Who was more publicly loved?
- A.
  
  Stephen A. Douglas
- B.
  
  Presdent James Buchanan
- C.
  
  Abraham Lincoln
Correct Answer
A. StepHen A. Douglas

Explanation
Stephen A. Douglas was more publicly loved compared to President James Buchanan and Abraham Lincoln. This can be attributed to Douglas's charismatic personality and his ability to connect with people. He was known for his strong public speaking skills and his ability to rally support from various groups. Additionally, Douglas had a long and successful political career, serving as a U.S. Senator for Illinois and playing a significant role in shaping the nation's policies. Overall, his popularity and public appeal set him apart from Buchanan and Lincoln in terms of public affection.

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5.

Stephen A. Douglas ran against Abraham Lincoln in the Presidential election of 1860.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
In the Presidential election of 1860, Stephen A. Douglas indeed ran against Abraham Lincoln. Douglas was a Democratic candidate, while Lincoln represented the newly formed Republican Party. This election is significant because it ultimately led to Lincoln's victory and his subsequent presidency, which played a crucial role in the events leading up to the American Civil War.

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How Well Do You Know The Lincoln-douglas Debates?

What was the main arguement of discussion?

Who won the election?

What was the ending vote? (This was decided by the Illinois legislature)

Who was more publicly loved?

Stephen A. Douglas ran against Abraham Lincoln in the Presidential election of 1860.