Chapter 21 History Test Prep
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The election of 1860 showed how
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Popular LIncoln was in the North and the South.
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Little support abolitionists had in the North.
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Deeply divided the nation was over slavery.
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Eager Americans were to end the debate over slavery.
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This quiz, titled 'Chapter 21 History Test Prep', assesses knowledge on critical events leading up to the Civil War, focusing on slavery's role in American politics and society. It covers landmark decisions, laws, and movements that shaped the nation's stance on slavery during the 19th century.
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In the Dred Scott decision, the Supreme Court ruled that slavery
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Violated the Fifth Amendment.
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Should be ended by Congress.
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Was a blot on our national character.
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Could be allowed in the territories.
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A. Could be allowed in the territories.Explanation
The correct answer is "could be allowed in the territories." The Dred Scott decision was a landmark ruling by the Supreme Court in 1857. The court held that slaves, as property, were not protected by the Constitution and therefore could be taken into any territory and held there in slavery. This decision effectively invalidated the Missouri Compromise and further deepened the divide between the North and the South over the issue of slavery.Rate this question:
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Which part of the Compromise of 1850 created the most controversy during the 1850s?
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The admission of California as a free state.
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The ending of the slave trade in Washington, D.C.
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The passage of a strong fugitive slave law to return runaway slaves to their owners.
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The organization of New Mexico and Utah as territories open to slavery.
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A. The passage of a strong fugitive slave law to return runaway slaves to their owners.Explanation
The passage of a strong fugitive slave law to return runaway slaves to their owners created the most controversy during the 1850s. This law was part of the Compromise of 1850 and required citizens to assist in the capture and return of runaway slaves, even in free states. It was seen as a violation of states' rights and angered abolitionists who believed it supported the institution of slavery. The law also led to increased tensions between the North and South, contributing to the growing divide that eventually led to the Civil War.Rate this question:
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The Missouri Compromise
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Was met by loud, violent protests.
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Upset the balance between slave and free states in the Senate.
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Led the South to secede from the Union.
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Quieted the slavery debate for a while.
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A. Quieted the slavery debate for a while.Explanation
The Missouri Compromise temporarily resolved the slavery debate by establishing a boundary line where slavery would be allowed or prohibited in new states. This compromise aimed to maintain a balance between slave and free states in the Senate. While it did not completely solve the issue, it did bring a period of calm to the ongoing slavery debate.Rate this question:
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Missouri's application for statehood in 1819 raised the issue of whether slavery
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Was constitutional anywhere.
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Should be allowed in the Louisiana Territory.
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Could be abolished peacefully.
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Should be banned in the nation's capital.
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A. Should be allowed in the Louisiana Territory.Explanation
The correct answer is "should be allowed in the Louisiana Territory." Missouri's application for statehood in 1819 raised the issue of whether slavery should be allowed in the Louisiana Territory. This was a significant debate at the time as it reflected the growing divide between the North and the South over the issue of slavery. The Missouri Compromise of 1820 eventually resolved the issue by allowing Missouri to enter the Union as a slave state while also admitting Maine as a free state, maintaining the balance between slave and free states in Congress.Rate this question:
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How did the Second Great Awakening affect the slavery issue?
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It forced southerners to admit that owning slaves was a sin.
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It opened the questions of whether slavery should spread westward.
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It inspired many Americans to dedicate their lives to ending slavery.
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It upset the balance between slave and free states in Congress.
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A. It inspired many Americans to dedicate their lives to ending slavery.Explanation
The Second Great Awakening was a religious revival movement in the United States during the early 19th century. It emphasized individual salvation and personal piety, leading many Americans to become more active in their faith and seek spiritual fulfillment. This religious fervor also led to a growing opposition to slavery, as many Christians believed that it was morally wrong to own slaves. As a result, the Second Great Awakening inspired many Americans to dedicate their lives to ending slavery, contributing to the abolitionist movement and ultimately leading to the eventual emancipation of slaves in the United States.Rate this question:
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The Kansas-Nebraska Act
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Was a successful compromise on slavery.
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Settled the slavery issue in Nebraska.
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Led to bloodshed over slavery in Kansas.
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Banned slavery in Kansas and Nebraska.
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A. Led to bloodshed over slavery in Kansas.Explanation
The correct answer is "led to bloodshed over slavery in Kansas." The Kansas-Nebraska Act, passed in 1854, allowed the residents of these territories to decide whether they would allow slavery or not through popular sovereignty. This led to intense conflict between pro-slavery and anti-slavery groups, resulting in violent clashes known as "Bleeding Kansas." The act did not settle the slavery issue or ban slavery in Kansas and Nebraska but instead exacerbated tensions and violence related to the institution of slavery.Rate this question:
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John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry
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Triggered a widespread slave rebellion.
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Was widely approved across the South.
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Was condemned by Abraham Lincoln.
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Made Brown a hero among abolitionists.
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A. Made Brown a hero among abolitionists.Explanation
John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry made him a hero among abolitionists because he was seen as a courageous figure who took direct action against slavery. Brown's raid, although unsuccessful, demonstrated his commitment to the cause of ending slavery and inspired others who shared his beliefs. The raid and Brown's subsequent trial and execution further solidified his status as a martyr for the abolitionist movement, leading to his hero status among those who fought against slavery.Rate this question:
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What even turned the secession crisis into a civil war?
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The election of Lincoln as president
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John Brown's raid on Harper's Ferry
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South Carolina's shelling of Fort Sumter
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The attack of Preston Brooks on Charles Sumner
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A. South Carolina's shelling of Fort SumterExplanation
The correct answer is South Carolina's shelling of Fort Sumter. This event marked the beginning of the American Civil War. Fort Sumter, located in South Carolina, was a federal fort that was being held by Union troops. When South Carolina attacked and shelled the fort, it was seen as an act of aggression and a declaration of war against the Union. This event led to other states joining the Confederacy and the outbreak of a full-scale civil war between the North and the South.Rate this question:
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Slowly the weary, dispirited creatures wound their way into the room and, with crouching reluctance, presented their baskets [of cotton] to be weighed. Legree noted on a slate, on the side of which was pasted a list of names, the amount. Tom’s basket was weighed and approved, and he looked, with an anxious glance, for the success of the woman he had befriended. Tottering with weak- ness, she came forward, and delivered her basket. It was of full weight, as Legree well perceived, but affecting anger, he said, “What, you lazy beast! Short again! Stand aside, you’ll catch it, pretty soon!” The woman gave a groan of utter despair, and sat down on a board... . “And now,” said Legree, “come here, you Tom. You see, I told ye I didn’t buy ye just for the common work. I mean to promote ye, and make a driver of ye, and tonight ye may just as well begin to get your hand in. Now, ye just take this...gal and flog her. Ye’ve seen enough of it to know how.” “I beg Master’s pardon,” said Tom, “hope Master won’t set me at that. It’s what I ain’t used to—never did—and can’t do, no way possible.”
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This passage is an example of
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A piece of fiction written about an event that never happened.
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An opinion piece written to express the author's views.
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A primary source written by an eyewitness to an event.
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A secondary source written by a historian about an event.
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A. A piece of fiction written about an event that never happened.Explanation
The passage is described as a piece of fiction written about an event that never happened. This suggests that the passage is a work of fiction, meaning it is not based on real events or facts. It is likely a story created by the author's imagination rather than a factual account.Rate this question:
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The author's purpose in this book was to
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Turn people against slavery.
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Persuade masters to treat slaves better.
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Show slaves as helpless children.
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Portray slavery accurately.
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A. Turn people against slavery.Explanation
The author's purpose in this book was to turn people against slavery. This can be inferred from the fact that the author wants to evoke a negative sentiment towards slavery by highlighting its negative aspects and the suffering experienced by slaves. By presenting a strong argument against slavery, the author aims to convince readers to oppose and take action against this institution.Rate this question:
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What does Tom refuse to do when he says, "can't do, no way possible"?
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Flog another slave
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Become a slave driver
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Work in the the cotton fields
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Weigh cotton baskets
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A. Flog another slaveExplanation
Tom refuses to flog another slave when he says, "can't do, no way possible". This means that he is unwilling to physically punish or beat another enslaved person.Rate this question:
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Who is the character Legree?
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A kind slaveholder
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A cruel slaveholder
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A mistreated slave
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A rebellious slave
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A. A cruel slaveholderExplanation
Legree is characterized as a cruel slaveholder. This implies that he is not kind or compassionate towards the slaves under his control. Instead, he is depicted as someone who mistreats and oppresses the enslaved individuals. This suggests that Legree is a harsh and abusive figure, using his power to exploit and control those who are in his possession.Rate this question:
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The author of this passage is
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John Brown
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Sojourner Truth
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Harriet Beecher Stowe
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Frederick Douglass
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A. Harriet Beecher Stowe -
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This passage is from
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The Liberator
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Common Sense
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The North Star
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Uncle Tom's Cabin
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A. Uncle Tom's CabinExplanation
The passage is from Uncle Tom's Cabin.Rate this question:
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