Sectionalism Review

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Between 1850 and 1860, which of the following issues was a major area of conflict in U.S. politics? Debate over tariffs, expansion of slavery, U.S. policy of neutrality, Growth of cities

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expansion of slavery

Front

In the 1800's, which of the following required Northerners to help return runaway slaves? Dred Scott Decision, Compromise of 1820, Fugitive Slave Law, Compromise of 1850

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Fugitive Slave Law

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Kansas earned this nickname as a result of the violence that broke out.

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Bleeding Kansas

Front

What was the secret organization that helped slaves to escape to freedom?

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Underground Railroad

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Who was an escaped slave that conducted the Underground Railroad?

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Harriet Tubman

Front

Where did John Brown attack in hopes of beginning a slave revolt? Options: Gettysburg, Harpers Ferry, Vicksburg, Pottawatomie Creek

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Harpers Ferry

Front

What serious problem in the U.S. led to the Civil War?

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sectionalism

Front

California being admitted as a free state and the Fugitive Slave Law are both part of

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The Compromise of 1850

Front

In what way was the North most unlike the South?

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The south relied on the production of agriculture.

Front

Jackson believed that if South Carolina was allowed to nullify the tariff that other laws and states might be nullified as well.

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True