Profiles Chapters 3 & 4

Front

What state was Webster from?

Back

Massachusetts

Front

What was Webster’s political affiliation?

Back

Whig

Front

What was the main point of the “Seventh of March” speech?

Back

To support the Compromise of 1850 and preserve the Union

Front

What position (job) did Webster take following his Senate resignation?

Back

Secretary of State

Front

With whom was Benton in opposition regarding the issue of slavery?

Back

John C. Calhoun

Front

What did Benton oppose in reference to the country’s new territory?

Back

The expansion of slavery

Front

How did Benton's role in Congress change following his votes on slavery?

Back

He lost his seniority and committee positions.

Front

What happened between Henry Foote (Mississippi) and Benton?

Back

Foote drew his firearm at Benton.

Front

How did Benton's political career end?

Back

He was defeated in an election.

Front

What state was Benton a senator from?

Back

Missouri