What was the claim made about Republicans and slavery in the movie 'Hillary's America'?

Understanding Slavery and Political Parties

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Republicans supported the expansion of slavery.
Republicans were the main slave traders.
All Republicans owned slaves.
No Republican owned a slave.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What misconception does the speaker address regarding the nature of slavery in America?
Slavery was supported by all Americans.
Slavery was not present in the South.
Slavery was only a partisan issue.
Slavery was only a regional issue.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why did some Democrats switch to the Republican side before the Civil War?
To support the expansion of slavery.
To oppose the abolition of slavery.
To prevent secession and find a compromise.
To gain more political power in the South.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the speaker highlight about the ownership of slaves in 1860?
No Democrats owned slaves.
Most slaves were owned by Republicans.
A small number of Republicans owned slaves.
Slaves were equally owned by both parties.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the speaker's main point about the partisan nature of slavery?
Both parties equally supported slavery.
The Republican party was the anti-slavery party.
The Democratic party was anti-slavery.
The Republican party was pro-slavery.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the speaker say about the awareness of historical facts regarding slavery?
These facts are frequently discussed in media.
These facts are commonly taught in schools.
Most people are well aware of these facts.
There is a lack of awareness about these facts.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What stance did the Republican party take on slavery in new territories?
They supported the expansion of slavery.
They opposed the expansion of slavery.
They were indifferent to the issue.
They wanted immediate abolition everywhere.
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