On a topographical map, the closer the lines the steeper slope.

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Topographic maps demonstrate the shape of the land with the use of contour lines.  Contour lines are connecting points of that determine the elevation.

Contour lines far apart means a gradual slope. On the map, the farther the contour lines, the more steady and slow the slope. The closer the contour lines on the map, the steeper the slope.

abraham lincoln, according to anyone who was connected with agriculture, represented the worst of northern politicians. shortly after lincoln was elected, south carolina seceded from the union. they along with other southern states, retained their anger. in a way, it was their own fault: the democrats were split in the south. some wanted slavery to be extended in other states that were about to join the union and some didn't want it badly enough. lincoln had a solid backing from his party: the republicans were united in not wanting slavery to be expanded.