15 Questions
What was the primary purpose of the political elite in the South during the 1850s?
To maintain slavery as a viable and legal institution
Who used the power of writing to raise awareness about the horrors of slavery?
Moderate abolitionists like Harriet Beecher Stowe
What was the South preparing for if they failed to keep slavery a viable and legal institution?
Secession
Which group were willing to take the fight to the South through political maneuvering and overt violence?
Militant abolitionists
What did abolitionists feel about their cause during the 1850s?
Just, moral, and right
What was the purpose of the Missouri Compromise?
To maintain a balance of free and slave states
What did the Compromise of 1850 accomplish?
It kept the nation united temporarily
Why was the Fugitive Slave Act controversial?
It required citizens to assist in the recovery of fugitive enslaved people
What did the acquisition of new territory after the war with Mexico bring to Washington?
Trouble along with the land
What was Harriet Beecher Stowe known for in her fight against slavery?
Using her pen as a weapon against slavery
What was the catalyst for Harriet's increased involvement and activity?
The passage of the Fugitive Slave Act
What was the main reason for the appeal of Uncle Tom's Cabin?
The portrayal of memorable characters
What was the impact of Uncle Tom's Cabin on its readers?
It turned readers into abolitionists
What was the main source of inspiration for Harriet Beecher Stowe when writing Uncle Tom's Cabin?
The writings of other abolitionists
What was the result of bringing Uncle Tom's Cabin to the stage?
It proved particularly effective in rousing the emotions of audiences
Explore the political tensions and power dynamics surrounding slavery in the United States during the 1850s. Learn about the influential role of slave owners and the volatile environment that contributed to the tensions of the era.
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