Question

What were South Carolina’s stated reasons for seceding from the United States in December, 1860? Do you believe that the stated reasons were the complete explanation for South Carolina’s secession? Was South Carolina justified in seceding?



Explain your answer in a well-organized essay that demonstrates your understanding of the
documents and your knowledge of the time period.

Answer 1

Answer:

In South Carolina's secession declaration, which was adopted in December 1860, the state pointed to its right to "separate control over its own institutions," including slavery. It said the non-slaveholding states were interfering with the institutions and with the "rights of property.