What was the main purpose of the Kansas-Nebraska Act?

Bleeding Kansas and Its Impact

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To abolish slavery in all states
To allow territories to decide on slavery through popular sovereignty
To create a new political party
To establish Kansas as a free state
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Who were the 'border ruffians'?
Anti-slavery settlers in Kansas
Abolitionists from the North
Pro-slavery activists from Missouri who interfered in Kansas elections
Native American tribes in Kansas
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What was the result of the fraudulent election in Kansas?
The election was declared invalid
Kansas was immediately admitted as a free state
The pro-slavery group won the legislature
The anti-slavery group won the legislature
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What significant event occurred in Lawrence, Kansas, in May 1856?
The first Kansas state election took place
A major anti-slavery rally was held
The town was destroyed by pro-slavery forces
A peace treaty was signed
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What was the reaction of Congressman Preston Brooks to Charles Sumner's speech?
He ignored the speech
He challenged Sumner to a debate
He agreed with Sumner
He attacked Sumner with a cane
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Who was John Brown, and what was his role in Bleeding Kansas?
A journalist reporting on the events
A pro-slavery leader
An abolitionist who led violent attacks against pro-slavery settlers
A politician advocating for peace
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What was the Pottawatomie Massacre?
A battle between Native American tribes
A violent attack led by John Brown against pro-slavery settlers
A peaceful protest against slavery
A political meeting in Kansas
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