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Why did many Texans become concerned after Abraham Lincoln was elected president?

A.They were afraid Sam Houston would start a revolution

B.They were afraid slavery would be abolished

C.They were afraid taxes would increase.

D.They were afraid the South would decide to secede

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hey, it's b because slavery was the main thing that supported the South's economy - hope this helps :)
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I believed it's B. They were afraid slavery would be abolished since most Texans opposed any interference with the institution of slavery. They believed that slavery was vital for continued growth of the state.
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