Ch 8, Lesson 3 "A Nation Divided" Flashcard

Front

The 1857 case of __________ v. Sandford was about the rights of enslaved people.

Back

Dred Scott

Front

The __________ meant that enslaved workers could be taken anywhere, even free states, and remain enslaved.

Back

Dred Scott Decision

Front

In 1858, which senator ran as a Republican candidate for President?

Back

Abraham Lincoln

Front

In 1858, which senator ran as a Democratic candidate for President?

Back

Stephen Douglas

Front

Who was a fierce abolitionist and conductor on the Underground Railroad?

Back

John Brown

Front

In what year did John Brown try to start a revolt among enslaved people?

Back

1859

Front

John Brown was convicted of the crime of __________.

Back

treason

Front

Abraham Lincoln was the __________ President of the United States.

Back

sixteenth

Front

Southern lawmakers warned that if Lincoln won the election, they would __________ from the Union.

Back

secede

Front

A __________ is a war among people who live in the same country.

Back

civil war