What was the main purpose of the Kansas-Nebraska Act?
The Caning of Senator Charles Sumner: US History Review

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To create a new trade route
To establish a new political party
To expand slavery into new territories
To abolish slavery in all states
2.
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Which political party did Charles Sumner align himself with during his speech?
Federalist Party
Republican Party
Whig Party
Democratic Party
3.
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What was the nature of Sumner's attack on Andrew Butler in his speech?
He criticized Butler's stance on trade
He supported Butler's views on slavery
He praised Butler's political achievements
He mocked Butler's personal life and health
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Who advised Preston Brooks against challenging Sumner to a duel?
Stephen Douglas
Lawrence Keitt
Henry Edmundson
Andrew Butler
5.
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What was the immediate physical consequence for Sumner after the caning?
He lost consciousness temporarily
He suffered minor bruises
He was unharmed
He had severe head trauma
6.
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How did the caning incident affect the political landscape in the United States?
It united the North and South
It deepened the national divide over slavery
It led to the immediate abolition of slavery
It had no significant impact
7.
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What happened to Preston Brooks after the caning incident?
He moved to another country
He retired from politics
He was censured and resigned, then re-elected
He was promoted in the Senate
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