Question

Why was slavery a reason for Texas entering the Civil War?

A.Slaves were owned by many of Texas due to the plantation system.


B.Texas believed slavery to be vital to their economy.


C.Both of the above are correct.

Answer 1

Slavery played the central role during the American Civil War. The primary catalyst for secession was slavery, especially Southern political leaders' resistance two attempts by Northern antislavery political forces to block the expansion of slavery into the western territories.

Answer 2

Slavery played the central role during the American Civil War. The primary catalyst for secession was slavery, especially Southern political leaders' resistance two attempts by Northern antislavery political forces to block the expansion of slavery into the western territories.