2nd Sem US History

Front

What was the impact of Uncle Tom’s Cabin on northerners when it was published in 1852?

Back

It awakened public opinion against slavery.

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US History 2nd Sem

Front

A person who supports the ending of the system of slavery is referred to as?

Back

Abolitionist

Front

As part of the Compromise of 1850, which law regarding the return of escaped slaves enraged northerners?

Back

Fugitive Slave Act

Front

The idea that the people in a territory should vote regarding the issue of slavery is called ______.

Back

popular sovereignty

Front

Which state was the first to secede from the union?

Back

South Carolina

Front

Lincoln's position on slavery and its spread was:

Back

He opposed slavery and its spread.

Front

Who won the Election of 1860?

Back

Abraham Lincoln

Front

Where were the first shots of the Civil War fired at? Options: Fort Sumter, Gettysburg, Antietam, Bull Run

Back

Fort Sumter

Front

The president of the Confederacy was __________.

Back

Jefferson Davis

Front

The goal of the Republican Party was ...

Back

To oppose the expansion of slavery