Question

1. what is one reason that the union strategy for defeating the south included a naval blockade of southern ports?

a. to cut the south off from its supply lines in the countries of latin america
b. to stop southern attempts to establish slave plantations in cuba and mexico
c. to prevent southern efforts to sell cotton in europe in exchange for war supplies
d. to deprive the south of fishing and whaling as a primary source of food

1. the main goal of abolitionists like william lloyd garrison was to

a. allow all women the right to vote.
b. establish tax - supported schools.
c. stop individuals from drinking alcoholic beverages.
d. end slavery immediately.

1. which statement best explains the increase in sectionalism between 1820 and 1850?

a. westward expansion created a heated debate over the nations policy concerning american indians.
b. westward expansion caused a recurring debate over the expansion of slavery into the new territories.
c. westward expansion during the period occurred faster across the northern plains than the southern river deltas.
d. westward expansion created a need for government spending to improve transportation.

1. how can the union be saved? to this i answer... by adopting such measures as that will satisfy the states belonging to the southern section that they can remain in the union consistently with their honor and their safety... the south asks for justice, simple justice... she has no compromise to offer but the constitution... if you are unwilling we should part in peace, let us so.

john c. calhoun, the clay compromise measures. march 4, 1850
i wish to speak to - day, not as a massachusetts man, nor as a northern man, but as an american... we live in the midst of strong agitations... the north, and the stormy south combine to throw the whole sea into commotion... i speak to - day for the preservation of the union... peaceable secession! sir, your eyes and mine are never destined to see that miracle.
daniel webster, the constitution and the union speech. march 7, 1850
the compromise of 1850 attempted to calm sectional tensions that resulted when the united states acquired new territory after the mexican war. how did calhoun and webster react to the possibility of a compromise?
a. calhoun argued that the compromise failed to address the interests of southern states, while webster insisted that in the face of violent secession only compromise could save the union.
b. calhoun argued that slaverys expansion into newly acquired territories would lead to violent secession, while webster insisted that secession was not possible.
c. calhoun argued that southern justice was possible with the compromise, while webster believed such justice was impossible with the compromise.
d. calhoun argued that he supported the compromise as a southerner, while webster did not support the compromise as an american.

1. why did congress pass laws protecting civil rights during reconstruction?

a. to reverse the dred scott decision
b. to abolish black codes in the south
c. to punish former confederate soldiers
d. to help former slaves migrate to the north

Explanation:

For question 9, abolitionists like William Lloyd Garrison were focused on ending slavery. Option D directly states "end slavery immediately", which aligns with their core goal.
For question 10, westward expansion led to debates over slavery's expansion (a key cause of sectionalism). Option B addresses this.
For question 11, analyzing Calhoun's and Webster's speeches: Calhoun was concerned about Southern interests (justice, safety) not being met, while Webster emphasized compromise for the Union. Option A fits.
For question 12, during Reconstruction, black codes restricted rights of freed - slaves. Congress passed civil rights laws to counter these (abolish black codes). Option B is correct.

Answer:

1. D. end slavery immediately.
2. B. Westward expansion caused a recurring debate over the expansion of slavery into the new territories.
3. A. Calhoun argued that the compromise failed to address the interests of Southern states, while Webster insisted that in the face of violent secession only compromise could save the union.
4. B. to abolish black codes in the South.