Missouri Compromise of 1820 Quiz

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What was the primary focus of the Lincoln-Douglas debates during the Illinois Senate seat race in 1858?

The expansion of slavery into new territories.

The abolition of slavery in all states.

Secession and Nullification.

The concept of Popular Sovereignty. (correct)

Why was Abraham Lincoln not on the ballot in the Southern states during the election of 1860?

He was against the expansion of slavery into new territories. (correct)

Southern states disagreed with Lincoln's stance on Nullification.

Lincoln supported secession and was not popular in the South.

Southern states did not support his anti-slavery platform.

Which state was not one of the Border States that did not secede from the Union?

Kentucky

Maryland

Missouri

Virginia (correct)

What does Lee mean when he says 'The crimes of this guilty land will never be purged away but with blood'?

The guilt of the nation's crimes can only be cleansed through a bloody conflict. Signup and view all the answers

What was the Crittenden Compromise proposed during Lincoln's presidency?

An amendment to prevent the abolishment of slavery and save the union without war. Signup and view all the answers

What was Abraham Lincoln's response to the idea of breaking up the government following his election?

He rejected surrendering to those who lost the election. Signup and view all the answers

Which doctrine advocated for letting the people decide on the expansion of slavery in new territories?

Freeport Doctrine Signup and view all the answers

'A House Divided can not stand' refers to Lincoln's belief about:

'Slavery' causing division that will weaken the nation. Signup and view all the answers

'Most slave states follow and succeed except Border States.' - What does 'succeed' refer to in this context?

'Succeed' means successfully seceding from the Union. Signup and view all the answers

'We have just carried an election on principles fairly stated to the people...If we surrender, it is the end of us and the end of the government.' - Who made this statement?

'Abraham Lincoln' Signup and view all the answers

What was Polk's campaign slogan regarding the Oregon territory?

54'40 or Fight Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was NOT a cause of the Mexican-American War?

California Bear Flag Revolt Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo?

The U.S. gained most of the Southwest and 80,000 Mexicans became U.S. citizens Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Compromise of 1850?

To determine if new territories would be free or slave states Signup and view all the answers

What did the Kansas-Nebraska Act of 1854 do?

It repealed the Missouri Compromise and allowed settlers to decide the slavery issue through popular sovereignty Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Dred Scott decision?

It ruled that slaves were not citizens and had no rights Signup and view all the answers

What event is John Brown associated with?

The Pottawatomie Massacre Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Brooks-Sumner incident?

It highlighted the growing tensions between the North and South over slavery Signup and view all the answers

What was the objective of John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry?

To lead a slave revolt Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Uncle Tom's Cabin?

It was an anti-slavery novel that highlighted the harsh realities of slavery Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Missouri Compromise of 1820?

To maintain a balance between slave and free states in the Senate. Signup and view all the answers

What was the concept of "Manifest Destiny"?

The belief that America should expand westward from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason for the westward migration of Americans in the early 19th century?

The availability of cheap land and economic opportunities in the West. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was NOT a major westward trail used by American settlers?

The Pony Express Trail Signup and view all the answers

What event sparked the Texas Revolution against Mexico?

The influx of American settlers bringing slavery into the territory. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the United States initially hesitate to annex Texas after its independence?

Both A and B. Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Battle of the Alamo during the Texas Revolution?

It became a rallying cry for Texans to continue the fight for independence, despite the loss. Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the Battle of San Jacinto during the Texas Revolution?

It was a decisive victory for the Texan forces, leading to the Treaty of Velasco and Texas independence. Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the election of 1844 in relation to the annexation of Texas?

The election of James K. Polk, who supported the annexation of Texas, paved the way for its admission as a state. Signup and view all the answers

Which group of immigrants was specifically mentioned in the text as contributing to the westward migration during the 19th century?

Chinese immigrants Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Manifest Destiny and the Mexican-American War

James K. Polk, a Democrat, wins the presidential election of 1844, promising to annex Texas and fulfill America's "Manifest Destiny"
Henry Clay, a Whig, opposes annexation, fearing war with Mexico
Polk annexes Texas in 1845, angering Mexico and leading to the Mexican-American War (1846-1848)
The war is fought over Manifest Destiny, Texas annexation, and boundary disputes
The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo ends the war, with Mexico ceding a large amount of land to the US, including present-day California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, and parts of Colorado, Kansas, Oklahoma, and Wyoming

The Compromise of 1850

The Compromise of 1850 addresses the balance of power in the Senate, with the admission of California as a free state and the strengthening of the Fugitive Slave Act
The compromise also creates the Utah Territory and the New Mexico Territory, with popular sovereignty deciding the issue of slavery
The Compromise is brokered by Henry Clay, with Daniel Webster and John C. Calhoun also playing key roles

Growing Tensions and the Road to War

The Kansas-Nebraska Act of 1854 repeals the Missouri Compromise, leading to pro-slavery and anti-slavery violence in Kansas
The Republican Party is formed in response to the Kansas-Nebraska Act, with the goal of preventing the spread of slavery
The Dred Scott decision of 1857 declares that slaves are not citizens and have no right to sue in court
John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry in 1859 attempts to spark a slave revolt and is seen as a catalyst for the Civil War

Lincoln and the Election of 1860

Abraham Lincoln, a Republican, wins the presidential election of 1860, though he is not on the ballot in many Southern states
Lincoln's election sparks secession, with South Carolina being the first state to leave the Union, followed by several other Southern states
The Crittenden Compromise, a last-ditch effort to save the Union, fails, leading to the outbreak of the Civil War

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Test your knowledge on the Missouri Compromise of 1820, created by Henry Clay to maintain the balance between slave and free states in the United States. Learn about the key provisions such as the admission of Missouri as a slave state and Maine as a free state, and the establishment of the 36°30' border for slavery regulation.