Question

Which political party dominated politics in the northern U. S. from the election of Abraham Lincoln until the election of FDR in 1932?
a. Republican
b. Democrat
c. Whigs
d. Federalist

Answer 1

A. Republican
The late 1800's and the early 1900's were dominated by Republican presidents. During the time between Lincoln and FDR, their was 12 Republican presidents. In comparison, there was only 4 Democrats and one National Union presidents during the period.