Compromise And Conflict in America: 1848-1857 - Introduction To The Period

Compromise And Conflict in America: 1848-1857 - Introduction To The Period

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History, Social Studies

10th - 12th Grade

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The video features seven subject matter experts discussing key historical events and themes. Topics include the Declaration of Sentiments and women's rights, the symbolic role of fugitive slaves, the impact of new states on slavery, and the Missouri conflicts. The video also covers the political compromises of 1820 and 1850, treaties with Indian peoples, and the era of turmoil in the 1850s following the Mexican War.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What historical document inspired the Declaration of Sentiments discussed at the Seneca Falls Conference?

The Declaration of Independence

The Magna Carta

The Emancipation Proclamation

The Bill of Rights

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the symbolic significance of fugitive slaves in the context of American history?

They were primarily a concern in the Northern states.

They represented a large portion of the population.

They were a minor issue with little impact.

They became a powerful public symbol.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which state had a mixed population of pro-slavery and anti-slavery individuals, leading to violence?

Missouri

California

New York

Texas

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was instrumental in formulating the Compromise of 1850?

Henry Clay

Thomas Jefferson

Andrew Jackson

Abraham Lincoln

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant outcome of the 1851 Treaty discussed in the video?

It established the state of California.

It was a treaty with multiple Indian peoples.

It abolished slavery in the Northern states.

It ended the Civil War.