Question

Which of the following events occurred first?

The Confederacy was formed.

Lincoln was elected President.

The Emancipation Proclamation was issued.

Fort Sumter was attacked.

Answer 1

Correct answer is Lincoln was elected President.

Step-by-step explanation:

Lincoln was elected President on November 6, 1860.

The Confederacy was formed on February 8, 1861.

Fort Sumter was attacked on April 12, 1861

The Emancipation Proclamation was issued on January 1, 1863.