In which of the following areas were political debates LEAST affected by regional and sectional differences in the first half of the 19th century?
A. Tariff rates
B. Internal improvements
C. The expansion of white male suffrage
D. Foreign affairs
Answer: C
Explanation: The expansion of white male suffrage did not spark political debates that reflected sectional differences in the first half of the 19th century. Although not everyone agreed that the expansion of democracy was wise, the disagreements did not break down along sectional lines.