In November 1860, the Rev. Benjamin Palmer gave a sermon in which…
Question Answered step-by-step In November 1860, the Rev. Benjamin Palmer gave a sermon in which… In November 1860, the Rev. Benjamin Palmer gave a sermon in which he described the political crisis of the current moment. He also made several suggestions for how the South (and a state like Louisiana) ought to respond to that crisis.1. What is the political crisis that Palmer is describing — be specific.2. What does he suggest the South’s duty is in the face of that crisis? Provide at least two direct quotes* from the sermon that illustrate your answer3. What is Palmer’s stance on the protection of slavery and its expansion? Provide at least two direct quotes* from the sermon that illustrate your answer. 4. What does Palmer’s sermon suggest about the causes of secession which, almost immediately thereafter, led to the Civil War? You can talk about this in your own words and by way of conclusion History US History HIST 3071 Share QuestionEmailCopy link Comments (0)


