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The Abolitionist Movement — Unit test

Question 5 • DRHS GA-GSE US History A

Which two political parties did Abraham Lincoln join?

Answer
A
the Know-Nothings and Democrats
B
the Know-Nothings and Republicans
C
the Whigs and Democrats
D
the Whigs and Republicans

Explanation

Abraham Lincoln was first a member of the Whig Party. After the Whig Party collapsed in the 1850s, he joined the newly formed Republican Party. Therefore, the correct choice is the Whigs and Republicans.

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