Question

which of the following best describes the wilmot proviso?
the wilmot proviso was a document about the future of slavery in all territory acquired from mexico.
the wilmot proviso was an outline of the procedures for new territories to become states.
the wilmot proviso was a military strategy that explained how to win the mexican american war.
the wilmot proviso was a campaign document to help elect congressman david wilmot.

Explanation:

The Wilmot Proviso was a proposal to ban slavery in territory acquired from Mexico. The first option states it's about the future of slavery in such territory, which matches. The second is about state - forming procedures (incorrect, as that's related to things like the Northwest Ordinance). The third is about a Mexican - American War military strategy (incorrect, as it's about slavery, not military tactics). The fourth is about a campaign document for Wilmot's election (incorrect, as it was a policy - related proposal).

Answer:

A. The Wilmot Proviso was a document about the future of slavery in all territory acquired from Mexico.