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What was the Fugitive Slave Act?
What was the Fugitive Slave Act?
What were the Northern benefits of the Compromise of 1850?
What were the Northern benefits of the Compromise of 1850?
California was a free state and D.C. banned the slave trade.
Who was a key force behind the passage of the Compromise of 1850?
Who was a key force behind the passage of the Compromise of 1850?
Henry Clay
The Compromise of 1850 admitted California as a _____ state.
The Compromise of 1850 admitted California as a _____ state.
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The Southern Benefits of the Compromise of 1850 included the Fugitive Slave Act.
The Southern Benefits of the Compromise of 1850 included the Fugitive Slave Act.
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What is the definition of 'slave trade'?
What is the definition of 'slave trade'?
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What were the Whigs?
What were the Whigs?
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What were the Democrats?
What were the Democrats?
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What were Free-Soils?
What were Free-Soils?
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Study Notes
Compromise of 1850 Overview
- A set of laws aimed at resolving disputes between pro-slavery and anti-slavery factions in the US.
- A significant outcome was California's admission as a free state, prohibiting slavery.
Fugitive Slave Act
- Enacted as part of the Compromise of 1850, granting southern slaveholders legal means to capture escaped slaves in free states.
- This law generated notable opposition in the North, galvanizing anti-slavery sentiments among previously neutral citizens.
Benefits to the South
- The Fugitive Slave Act provided southern states with significant advantages in their efforts to reclaim escaped slaves.
Benefits to the North
- California's status as a free state was a critical gain for anti-slavery advocates.
- The abolition of the slave trade in Washington, D.C. further reduced the visibility and performance of slavery in the nation's capital.
Role of Henry Clay
- A prominent Whig leader instrumental in the formulation and passage of the Compromise of 1850.
- Known for his efforts to maintain national unity amidst growing tensions surrounding slavery.
Slave Trade Definition
- Refers to the historical process of buying, transporting, and selling enslaved individuals, particularly African slaves to the Americas, until the mid-1800s.
Political Parties in Context
- Whigs: One of the two major political parties during this period, recognized for their stance on issues like slavery.
- Democrats: The other main political party, also engaged in the contentious debates over slavery and its expansion.
- Free-Soils: A less prominent political party that focused on preventing the spread of slavery, drawing little attention during the major national discussions.
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Test your knowledge on the Compromise of 1850 with these flashcards. Understand key terms such as the Fugitive Slave Act and various regional benefits associated with this pivotal moment in American history. Perfect for students of U.S. history or anyone looking to deepen their understanding of pre-Civil War America.
