Question

in 1858, abraham lincoln lost the senate seat to stephen douglas because he refused to debate him he withdrew from the election. republicans won the majority in the legislature. democrats won the majority in the legislature.

Explanation:

In 1858, U.S. Senate seats were filled by state legislatures, not direct popular vote. Lincoln and Douglas engaged in famous debates, Lincoln did not withdraw, and Republicans did not win the Illinois legislature majority. Democrats secured the legislative majority, so they selected Douglas for the Senate seat.

Answer:

Democrats won the majority in the legislature.