What is the main purpose of the u. s. constitution? a. to articulate the basic american ideals of freedom and liberty b. to create a system of government for the united states c. to declare american independence from great britain d. to introduce the principles of self-governance to the american people

B.to create a system of government for the United States.

abraham lincoln, according to anyone who was connected with agriculture, represented the worst of northern politicians. shortly after lincoln was elected, south carolina seceded from the union. they along with other southern states, retained their anger. in a way, it was their own fault: the democrats were split in the south. some wanted slavery to be extended in other states that were about to join the union and some didn't want it badly enough. lincoln had a solid backing from his party: the republicans were united in not wanting slavery to be expanded.