Question

unit 4: subklos

1. choice: circle your answer.

in which state did bred scott initially have the opportunity to claim his freedom?
a) virginia
b) missouri
c) louisiana
d) kansas

1. what was the ruling of the supreme court in the bred scott case?

a) bred scott had the legal standing to sue for his freedom.
b) slaves were considered citizens under the us. constitution.
c) slaves could not be taken into free territories without losing their status.
d) popular sovereignty should determine the legality of slavery.

1. how did the bred scott case contribute to the tensions between the north and the south?

a) it supported the concept of popular sovereignty.
b) it deepened divisions over pro - slavery sentiments.
c) it inspired unity and cooperation between the northern and southern states.
d) it highlighted the importance of compromise and peaceful resolution.

1. what impact did the bred scott case have on the american civil war?

a) it sparked the abolitionist movement.
b) it led to the end of slavery in america.
c) it fueled the tensions that eventually erupted into war.
d) it solidified unity between the north and the south.

Explanation:

Question 1 (In which state did Dred Scott initially have the opportunity to claim his freedom?)

Dred Scott was enslaved in Missouri and traveled to free territories. His initial chance to claim freedom was related to his time in Missouri. So the correct option is the one with Missouri.

The Dred Scott decision ruled that slaves were not considered citizens under the US Constitution and thus could not sue for freedom. So we identify the option that matches this ruling.

The Dred Scott case deepened divisions between North (anti - slavery) and South (pro - slavery) as it upheld slavery in territories, increasing tensions. So we choose the option that says it deepened the divisions.

Answer:

b) Missouri

Question 2 (What was the ruling of the Supreme Court in the Dred Scott case?)