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what happened after south carolina seceded in 1860?
a. it was returned to the union by military force.
b. it was first joined by states in the deep south.
c. it was immediately joined by all the southern states.
d. all of its senators and representatives were sent to prison.

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: South Carolina was returned to the Union later, but immediately after secession, other states joined first, not military return. Eliminate A.
• Option B: After South Carolina seceded in December 1860, states in the Deep South (like Mississippi, Florida, Alabama, etc.) were the first to join, forming the Confederacy. This is correct.
• Option C: Not all Southern states joined immediately; some joined later, and border states remained in the Union. Eliminate C.
• Option D: There was no mass imprisonment of its senators/representatives immediately after secession. Eliminate D.

Answer:

B. It was first joined by states in the Deep South.