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What did the Kansas-Nebraska Act of 1854 allow?
What did the Kansas-Nebraska Act of 1854 allow?
The events following the Kansas-Nebraska Act are referred to as 'Bleeding Kansas' because they involved peaceful negotiations.
The events following the Kansas-Nebraska Act are referred to as 'Bleeding Kansas' because they involved peaceful negotiations.
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What was the primary reason the Supreme Court was expected to rule against Dred Scott's freedom?
What was the primary reason the Supreme Court was expected to rule against Dred Scott's freedom?
The past legal handling of slavery favored the protection of slaveholders' rights.
Frederick Douglass founded the abolitionist newspaper called the ______.
Frederick Douglass founded the abolitionist newspaper called the ______.
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Match the following historic figures with their contributions to the abolition movement:
Match the following historic figures with their contributions to the abolition movement:
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What was the primary purpose of 'Uncle Tom's Cabin'?
What was the primary purpose of 'Uncle Tom's Cabin'?
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Harriet Beecher Stowe's argument against slavery was weak and did not evoke any emotional response from readers.
Harriet Beecher Stowe's argument against slavery was weak and did not evoke any emotional response from readers.
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Who was John Brown and what did he attempt to do at Harpers Ferry?
Who was John Brown and what did he attempt to do at Harpers Ferry?
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The Southern states seceded primarily to preserve their __________, which was vital for their economy.
The Southern states seceded primarily to preserve their __________, which was vital for their economy.
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Match the following figures or events with their significance regarding slavery:
Match the following figures or events with their significance regarding slavery:
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What was a major provision of the Compromise of 1850?
What was a major provision of the Compromise of 1850?
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The Fugitive Slave Law required residents of free states to assist in the capture of escaped slaves.
The Fugitive Slave Law required residents of free states to assist in the capture of escaped slaves.
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Who was a prominent figure behind both the Missouri Compromise and the Compromise of 1850?
Who was a prominent figure behind both the Missouri Compromise and the Compromise of 1850?
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The Fugitive Slave Law imposed fines on anyone who knowingly hindered the arrest of a fugitive slave, with fines reaching more than ________.
The Fugitive Slave Law imposed fines on anyone who knowingly hindered the arrest of a fugitive slave, with fines reaching more than ________.
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Match the following historical figures with their views on slavery:
Match the following historical figures with their views on slavery:
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Study Notes
Compromise of 1850
- Allowed California to join the Union as a free state
- Included the Fugitive Slave Act, requiring escaped slaves to be returned to owners, even in free states
- Temporarily eased tensions but worsened the debate on slavery, eventually contributing to the Civil War
Utah and New Mexico Territories
- Slavery determined by popular sovereignty (local vote)
Fugitive Slave Law
- Increased North-South tensions
- Required citizens in free states to assist in capturing escaped slaves
- Favored slave owners
- Increased activity on the Underground Railroad to help escaped slaves reach safety in Canada
- Disturbed Northerners and abolitionists, forcing them to aid in returning fugitive slaves
- Court officials received payment depending on the judge's decision regarding the return of the slave ($10 for successful return to owner, $5 if insufficient proof)
- Penalties for hindering the arrest of a fugitive slave (over $1000 fine and 6 months' imprisonment)
Missouri Compromise (1820)
- Maintained balance between free and slave states by admitting Missouri as a slave state and Maine as a free state
- Prohibited slavery in the Louisiana Purchase territory above the 36°30' latitude line (except in Missouri)
- Increased tensions, making conflict more likely, eventually escalating to the Civil War
Kansas-Nebraska Act (1854)
- Allowed Kansas and Nebraska territories to decide on slavery through popular sovereignty
- Strengthened democratic principles by allowing people to decide on slavery, but this led to violent conflicts known as "Bleeding Kansas"
- Intensified the slavery debate by weakening the Missouri Compromise
Dred Scott Decision
- Supreme Court ruled that Dred Scott, a slave, remained a slave
- Based on past legal decisions, the court held that Dred Scott was not free due to his residence in free states
- Decision strengthened the rights of slave owners
Abolition Movement
- Frederick Douglass, a powerful speaker and writer, fought for the abolition of slavery
- Published autobiographies and founded newspapers (e.g., North Star) to publicize the abolitionist cause
- Worked with fellow abolitionists, including those who shared stories of enslaved people
- Abolitionist efforts fueled tensions between the North and South, as it inflamed debate.
John Brown's Raid
- Attempted to start a slave rebellion by attacking the federal armory at Harpers Ferry
- Became a martyr for the abolitionist cause, increasing tensions over slavery
Election of 1860
- Lincoln's victory triggered Southern states to secede and form the Confederate States of America (CSA) as a means of protecting slavery
- Lincoln's Republican Party stance of opposing the spread of slavery alarmed the South
- Increased tensions between North and South, furthering the country towards the Civil War
Civil War (1861-1865)
- Caused by various issues, but slavery was a significant factor which is why the CSA was created
- The Confederate States of America (CSA) prioritized states' rights and slavery due to its economic importance.
- The Union emphasized preserving the nation and a stronger federal government, which clashed with the CSA's goals for its economy.
- Union achieved victory in the US Civil War, helping to decide the future of slavery in the United States
Emancipation Proclamation (1863)
- Issued by President Lincoln, declaring enslaved people in Confederate states free
- Shifted the focus of the Civil War to include the abolition of slavery
- Strengthens the moral stance of the Union, helping solidify the Union's cause to abolish slavery by a moral cause
13th Amendment (1865)
- Abolished slavery in the United States
- Resolved one of the major issues causing the Civil War
Gettysburg Address (1863)
- Lincoln's speech emphasizing equality, unity, and the sacrifices made for freedom in the Civil War
- Speech reaffirmed the ideals of liberty and equality, as well as inspiring the nation to preserve a united country
Civil War Generals - Sherman and Grant
- Sherman and Grant were notable Union generals
- Grant was known for staying focused under pressure, while Sherman was innovative in his tactics
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This quiz explores the Compromise of 1850 and its implications on the slavery debate, including the Fugitive Slave Act. You will learn about the tension between free and slave states, popular sovereignty in newly acquired territories, and the increasing struggles of abolitionists. Test your knowledge on how these historical events shaped the pathway to the Civil War.
