Asked by kennith taylor on Apr 25, 2024

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In the 1865 elections, voters in the Lower South tended to vote for

A) Republicans.
B) Whigs.
C) Democrats.
D) Unionists.

Lower South

Refers to the southeastern region of the United States, particularly states like South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana, known for its distinct historical, cultural, and economic characteristics, including its role in the antebellum period and Civil War.

1865 Elections

The 1865 Elections refer to the political elections held in various countries; in the United States, these did not occur due to the Civil War's end and Reconstruction's beginning, which focused instead on state re-admission and rebuilding.

  • Absorb the fundamental challenges the U.S. government was met with at the end of the Civil War.
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ellyen haydenMay 01, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
In the 1865 elections, voters in the Lower South tended to vote for Democrats, as the Democratic Party was seen as more sympathetic to their interests and opposed to the policies of the Republican Party, which was associated with the Union and the abolition of slavery.