In the several decades prior to the Civil War, sectionalism had emerged as a defining feature of American society. What were the ideas, practices and differences between the North and South that laid...

In the several decades prior to the Civil War, sectionalism had emerged as a defining feature of American society. What were the ideas, practices and differences between the North and South that laid the groundwork for the emergence of two distinct societies within the United States? Was the Civil War inevitable? If not, why not? Use 3 primary sources, and 3 secondary sources (articles, books, online sources).