Worksheets8th History, Unit 14, Lesson 4, From Compromise to Crisis
Total questions: 7
Worksheet time: 4mins
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1.
The Textbook listed three goals of the Republican Party when it was formed. what were these goals?
a)
Prohibit Slavery in the Northwest Territories; Allow Popular Sovereignty in new States; Complete the transcontinental railroad.
b)
Decrease the power of the federal government; increase the power of state governments; Project military power throughout the world.
c)
Prohibit Slavery in the Territories; Prohibit Slavery in all new States; Protect the rights of African Americans.
d)
Move the Missouri Compromise line north; Purchase or conquer Cuba; Reduce tariffs.
2.
In 1858, Republicans nominated Abraham Lincoln to run for Senate against Senator Stephen Douglas (Democrat). Describe Lincoln's nomination acceptance speech.
a)
In his "House Divided" speech, Lincoln said that the United States could not continue to be half Slave and half Free.
b)
In his "House Divided" speech, Lincoln said that the United States could continue to be half Slave and half Free as long as the Union committed to keeping the Missouri Compromise line intact.
c)
In his "House Divided" speech, Lincoln pointed out that the division of one's personal property is an excellent source of additional income.
d)
In his "House Divided" speech, Lincoln introduced a concept sketch of a children's game consisting of interlocking logs which still bears his name to this day.
3.
During the Senate campaign, Lincoln challenged Douglas to a series of debates. Describe the Freeport Doctrine
a)
The Freeport Doctrine basically states that Territories and States lost the right to ban Slavery after the Dred Scott decision.
b)
The Freeport Doctrine basically states that European powers are no longer welcome to establish colonies in the Western Hemisphere.
c)
The Freeport Doctrine basically stated that America would do whatever it could to return the world to normal economic activity after World War II.
d)
The Freeport Doctrine basically states that Territories and States retain the right to ban Slavery, even after the Dred Scott decision.
4.
What were the results and effects of the Lincoln-Douglas Debates?
a)
Lincoln won the Illinois Senate Seat; The Democratic Party was solidified behind Stephen Douglas; Douglas ultimately won the 1860 election.
b)
Lincoln lost the Senate race; Douglas lost almost all Southern support. The Democratic Party was further split along sectional lines; Lincoln eventually won the 1860 Presidential election.
5.
Briefly describe the significance of Harper's Ferry before John Brown's Raid.
a)
Harper's Ferry had little significance before John Brown's Raid.
b)
Harper's Ferry was a significant tourist attraction. Americans and foreigners would travel great distances to vacation in the Cumberland valley.
c)
George Washington chose Harper's Ferry, Virginia, as the site for an armory (place to store weapons) in 1794. Harper's Ferry was also a major manufacturer of arms and munitions for the US Army.
d)
Harper's Ferry was the historically significant sight of the signing of the Treaty of Amity and Commerce.
6.
What was the United States response to John Brown's Raid?
a)
The federal government sent Colonel Robert E. Lee, along with 90 Marines, to end the Raid.
b)
The federal government sent Colonel Ulysses S. Grant, along with 90 Marines to end the Raid.
c)
The federal government sent General George S. Patton, along with 90 Marines, to end the Raid.
d)
The federal government sent Colonel Norman Schwarzkopf, along with 90 Marines, to end the rebellion.
7.
What were John Brown's final words?
a)
"I'm going away tonight."
b)
"In the book of life, the answers aren't on the back."
c)
"I...am now quite certain that the crimes of this guilty land will never be purged away but with blood."
d)
"Too often I find that the volume of paper expands to fill the available briefcases.
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