5.6 Failure of Compromise AMSCO Q

Front

Which political party was founded in 1854 in response to the Kansas-Nebraska Act?

Back

Republican Party

Front

What was the purpose of the Kansas-Nebraska Act of 1854?

Back

To allow settlers to decide on the issue of slavery

Front

Explain how the Kansas-Nebraska Act led to increased tensions between the North and the South.

Back

It repealed the Missouri Compromise, allowing slavery in areas previously closed to it.

Front

Analyze the impact of the "Bleeding Kansas" events on national politics.

Back

It led to the formation of the Republican Party.

Front

Describe the role of the New England Emigrant Aid Company in the events of "Bleeding Kansas."

Back

It funded antislavery settlers moving to Kansas.

Front

Evaluate the effectiveness of popular sovereignty as a solution to the slavery issue in the territories.

Back

It led to chaos and violence.

Front

Who was the Democratic candidate in the presidential election of 1856?

Back

James Buchanan

Front

What was the significance of the Sumner-Brooks incident in Congress?

Back

It highlighted the growing tensions and violence over slavery.

Front

Discuss the reasons why the Whig Party fell apart in the 1850s.

Back

It was because of internal divisions over slavery.

Front

What was the main platform of the Republican Party when it was founded?

Back

Opposition to the spread of slavery in the territories