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All of the following events contributed to the sectional crisis, but which of these events occurred first?
All of the following events contributed to the sectional crisis, but which of these events occurred first?
The Missouri Crisis began when __________.
The Missouri Crisis began when __________.
The Missouri Compromise did all of the following EXCEPT
The Missouri Compromise did all of the following EXCEPT
How did the Missouri state legislature answer the question of whether African Americans could have citizenship?
How did the Missouri state legislature answer the question of whether African Americans could have citizenship?
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Which of the following most accurately describes the approach of the Democratic Party of Andrew Jackson as it relates to the issue of slavery?
Which of the following most accurately describes the approach of the Democratic Party of Andrew Jackson as it relates to the issue of slavery?
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Which of the following mounted the longest and most successful challenge to the power of the Democratic Party?
Which of the following mounted the longest and most successful challenge to the power of the Democratic Party?
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Which of the following best describes the goals of the Liberty Party?
Which of the following best describes the goals of the Liberty Party?
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What was the result of the 1842 Supreme Court case Prigg v. Pennsylvania?
What was the result of the 1842 Supreme Court case Prigg v. Pennsylvania?
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The Compromise of 1850 included a much harsher fugitive slave law. It also included all of the following EXCEPT
The Compromise of 1850 included a much harsher fugitive slave law. It also included all of the following EXCEPT
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All of the following are true about Uncle Tom's Cabin EXCEPT
All of the following are true about Uncle Tom's Cabin EXCEPT
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Which of the following most accurately describes the Know-Nothing Party?
Which of the following most accurately describes the Know-Nothing Party?
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What was the most consequential result of the Dred Scott decision?
What was the most consequential result of the Dred Scott decision?
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What was the primary goal of John Brown's raid on Harper's Ferry?
What was the primary goal of John Brown's raid on Harper's Ferry?
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Why did the Republican Party nominate Abraham Lincoln for the presidency?
Why did the Republican Party nominate Abraham Lincoln for the presidency?
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Study Notes
Sectional Crisis Events
- Events contributing to the sectional crisis include the Haitian Revolution, Missouri Crisis, Kansas-Nebraska Act, and the Raid on Harper's Ferry.
- The Missouri Crisis was initiated by Congressional representative James Tallmadge's proposal for gradual abolition of slavery in new states.
Missouri Compromise
- The Missouri Compromise admitted Maine as a free state and Missouri as a slave state.
- Established the 36° 30′ line as a dividing line for future state admissions regarding slavery.
- Did not propose popular sovereignty for deciding slavery in states.
African American Citizenship in Missouri
- Missouri denied African Americans citizenship outright.
- State constitution prohibited black migrants, ensuring that African Americans in Missouri remained enslaved.
Democratic Party's Stance on Slavery
- Under Andrew Jackson, the Democratic Party avoided directly addressing the slavery issue.
- They did not attack or defend slavery consistently, instead opting to sidestep the controversy.
Political Challenges to Democratic Party
- The Whig Party posed the most significant and successful challenge to the power of the Democratic Party during this era.
Goals of the Liberty Party
- The Liberty Party aimed to end the slave trade and prevent the expansion of slavery into new territories.
Prigg v. Pennsylvania Case
- The 1842 Supreme Court ruling in Prigg v. Pennsylvania prioritized the federal Fugitive Slave Act over Pennsylvania's personal liberty law.
Compromise of 1850
- The Compromise of 1850 featured a stricter fugitive slave law and admitted California as a free state.
- New Mexico and Utah were allowed to decide their status as slave or free states based on popular sovereignty.
Uncle Tom's Cabin
- Uncle Tom's Cabin was a highly influential book that catalyzed antislavery sentiment in the North, despite reinforcing some racist stereotypes.
- Written by Harriet Beecher Stowe, it became the most widely purchased book of the 19th century.
Know-Nothing Party
- The Know-Nothing Party formed primarily to oppose immigration and protect nativist sentiments in the U.S.
Dred Scott Decision
- The Dred Scott decision stipulated that black Americans could not be considered citizens, negating any legal standing in the United States.
John Brown's Raid
- John Brown's raid on Harper's Ferry aimed to inspire a nationwide slave revolt against oppressive systems.
Republican Party Nomination of Abraham Lincoln
- Abraham Lincoln was nominated for presidency due to being perceived as less polarizing compared to other candidates amidst national division.
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Description
Explore the key events that shaped the sectional crisis in early American history, including the Missouri Compromise and the stance of the Democratic Party on slavery. This quiz delves into the complexities of slavery-related legislation and its impact on African American citizenship in Missouri.
