The Wilmot Proviso and the Mexican-American War
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Caroline Jimenez
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Who proposed the Wilmot Proviso?
Back
Democratic congressman David Wilmot.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What was the aim of the Wilmot Proviso?
Back
To ban slavery in any new Mexican territory acquired from Mexico.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What issue did the Wilmot Proviso re-ignite?
Back
The debate over the westward extension of slavery.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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When did the House of Representatives adopt the Wilmot Proviso?
Back
In 1846.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How did President Polk view the Wilmot Proviso?
Back
He dismissed it as 'mischievous and foolish'.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What was Senator John C. Calhoun's argument against the Wilmot Proviso?
Back
Excluding slaves from territories acquired from Mexico would violate the Fifth Amendment.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What was Senator Thomas Hart Benton's view on Calhoun's stance?
Back
He found it dangerous and argued it could sever the nation in two.
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