US History: Slavery and Abolition

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What was the Missouri Compromise primarily established to address?

The balance between free and slave states (correct)

Territorial expansion beyond the Mississippi River

The rights of free blacks in the North

The admission of Maine as a free state

Which argument was NOT used by slave owners to justify slavery?

It was a violation of human rights. (correct)

It was essential for agricultural production.

It was a necessary economic institution.

It provided a civilized way of life for enslaved people.

Which abolitionist is known for their publication 'The Liberator'?

William Lloyd Garrison (correct)

Harriet Beecher Stowe

Frederick Douglass

John Brown

What role did the Compromise of 1850 play in the abolition movement?

It intensified sectional conflicts over slavery. Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant impact of the Mexican-American War related to slavery?

It led to contentious debates over the status of new territories. Signup and view all the answers

What major agreement was part of the political environment that influenced debates about slavery in the territories?

Missouri Compromise Signup and view all the answers

What technological advancement significantly increased the demand for slave labor in the cotton economy?

The cotton gin Signup and view all the answers

Which argument was made to defend the institution of slavery during the debates of the era?

Slavery was considered a 'positive good' Signup and view all the answers

How did the 3/5 Compromise affect representation in Congress?

It counted a fraction of slave populations for representation purposes Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant outcome of westward expansion concerning slavery?

It intensified sectional conflicts over slavery in newly acquired territories Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the main causes of the splintering of the abolitionist movement in the 1840s?

Disputes over the involvement of women in leadership Signup and view all the answers

How did Douglass view the Constitution in contrast to Garrison?

He deemed it a tool for achieving abolition through political means. Signup and view all the answers

What key issue prompted the significant gathering at the Seneca Falls Convention in 1848?

Women's right to vote Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements reflects a limitation faced by women in the 1800s?

Custody of children generally went to fathers in divorces. Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the political positions discussed in the Compromise of 1850?

Free soil opposition to the expansion of slavery Signup and view all the answers

What was a primary reason for the exclusion of women from the World Anti-Slavery Convention in London in 1840?

Societal norms dictated that women did not speak publicly. Signup and view all the answers

What was a result of the California Gold Rush in relation to statehood?

The influx of population led to California applying as a free state. Signup and view all the answers

Which prominent figures organized the Seneca Falls Convention?

Lucretia Mott and Elizabeth Cady Stanton Signup and view all the answers

What stance did Southern states take regarding slavery during the discussions of the Compromise of 1850?

They believed slavery was a constitutional right. Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant impact of the abolition movement on societal views at the time?

It sparked broader discussions around various social reforms, including women's rights. Signup and view all the answers

What consequence followed the adoption of the National Fugitive Slave Law?

Individuals could be fined and imprisoned for aiding runaway slaves. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following measures was NOT part of the Compromise of 1850?

Establishment of a federal slave market in Washington, D.C. Signup and view all the answers

How did some Northern states respond to the enforcement of the Fugitive Slave Act?

They enacted personal liberty laws to protect runaways. Signup and view all the answers

Which group was notably proactive in the Northern response to the flight of African Americans?

Vigilance committees formed to protect free blacks. Signup and view all the answers

What was a common destination for many African Americans fleeing from enslavement and seeking freedom?

Canada Signup and view all the answers

What was the monetary compensation the US paid for the annexation of Mexican territories?

$15 million Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately reflects the impact of the cotton gin on slavery in the early 1800s?

It was pivotal in making King Cotton the main cash crop, thus increasing the demand for slave labor. Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant consequence of the Turner Rebellion in 1831?

It heightened fears among slave owners, leading many to sell slaves to the deep South. Signup and view all the answers

How did the conception of slavery evolve as a result of the Turner Rebellion?

It was redefined as a positive good, especially by influential figures like John C. Calhoun. Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of white Southerners were slave owners in the early 1800s?

25% Signup and view all the answers

What was a major effect of the invention of the cotton gin in the early 1800s?

It significantly increased cotton production. Signup and view all the answers

What was one consequence of the Turner Rebellion in 1831 for slave owners in the South?

Many sold their slaves to deep South regions. Signup and view all the answers

How did the Southern political power structure relate to slavery in the early 1800s?

It was primarily in the hands of slave owners. Signup and view all the answers

What philosophical shift occurred in the defense of slavery after the Turner Rebellion?

It evolved into a belief in slavery as a positive good. Signup and view all the answers

What was one significant outcome of the Mexican Cession for the United States?

It increased tensions regarding the expansion of slavery in new territories. Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant issue that led to splits within the abolitionist movement in the 1840s?

Disagreements over the role of women in leadership Signup and view all the answers

How did Frederick Douglass's view of the Constitution differ from that of William Lloyd Garrison?

Douglass saw it as a tool for cooperation, while Garrison saw it as entirely flawed Signup and view all the answers

What was the aim behind Douglass's founding of The North Star?

To advocate for abolition and other social causes Signup and view all the answers

What were Free Soilers primarily concerned with during the abolitionist movement?

Preventing slavery's expansion into western territories Signup and view all the answers

What position did Douglass take regarding the Compromise of 1850?

He supported it as a means of achieving anti-slavery legislation Signup and view all the answers

What did the concept of Popular Sovereignty entail concerning slavery?

People in territories would decide if slavery was allowed Signup and view all the answers

What role did the Underground Railroad play in the context of the abolitionist movement?

It helped enslaved individuals escape to freedom Signup and view all the answers

What impact did the 1849 Gold Rush have on the abolitionist movement?

It spurred California's admission as a free state Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant outcome of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo?

Mexico recognized the Rio Grande as the southern border. Signup and view all the answers

Which factor contributed to the US desire for territorial expansion in the 19th century?

The doctrine of Manifest Destiny. Signup and view all the answers

What action did President Tyler take shortly before leaving office?

He annexed Texas to the United States. Signup and view all the answers

What caused the Mexican-American War primarily regarded the relationship between the US and Mexico?

US military presence in the disputed territories. Signup and view all the answers

Which event directly preceded the outbreak of hostilities in the Mexican-American War?

Mexican refusal to meet with US negotiators. Signup and view all the answers