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Who were the Southern states?
The Southern states were South Carolina, North Carolina, Maryland, Virginia, and Georgia.
What did the Commerce and Slave Trade Compromise mean? (Select all that apply)
What was the effect of this compromise on the slave trade?
The effect was that for the next twenty years, the number of imported slaves increased significantly, which encouraged the systematic breeding of slaves.
Why was the Slave Trade Compromise important? (Select all that apply)
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Study Notes
Southern States and Slavery
- Southern states included South Carolina, North Carolina, Maryland, Virginia, and Georgia.
- In 1787, about 90% of the enslaved population resided in the South.
- Enslaved individuals comprised approximately 30% of the southern population.
Commerce and Slave Trade Compromise
- Allowed for the ongoing importation of enslaved individuals.
- Granted Congress the authority to impose taxes on imported slaves, treating them as merchandise.
- Prohibited any regulations on the slave trade for 20 years.
- Protected the interests of slave owners, allowing the slave trade to persist until 1808.
Impact on the Slave Trade
- The compromise led to a significant increase in the number of imported slaves over the next twenty years.
- Encouraged systematic breeding of slaves to minimize costs associated with purchases and taxation.
- Enabled the continuation of slave auctions across the Southern states.
Significance of the Slave Trade Compromise
- Facilitated the progress of the Constitutional Convention by addressing contentious issues.
- Represented the first independent limitation on congressional powers regarding slavery.
- Became a part of the United States Constitution.
- Contributed to the underlying tensions that escalated into the Civil War between Northern and Southern states.
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Explore the relationship between Southern states and slavery, focusing on the demographics and impact of the slave trade compromise. This quiz covers the significant historical aspects of slavery, including the role of enslaved individuals and the implications of legislative decisions on the trade. Test your knowledge on this pivotal period in American history.
