Missouri compromise
True of false: The Missouri compromise was only a temporary solution
true
In 1850, _______ with its' large population as a result of the Gold Rush, applied for statehood.
California
this compromise included a new and tougher fugitive slave act
compromise of 1850
what is popular sovereignty?
states decide whether pro or anti slavery
At the time of the Missouri Compromise, there were 11 free states and 11 slave states. Where would the balance between free and slave states become unbalanced if Missouri was accepted as a slave state.
Senate
What compromise did Henry Clay propose for admitting Missouri to the Union?
admit Missouri as a slave state and Maine as a free state
The Compromise of 1850 admitted _______ as a free state.
California
List one consequence of the fugitive slave act
Increased underground railroad activity
led to resistance in the North
infuriated abolitionists
What led to the violence in Kansas in 1855?
the rivalry between proslavery and antislavery settlers
Who came up with the idea of the Missouri Compromise?
Henry Clay
The Missouri Compromise Line determined the status of slavery in future states. North of the line slavery was ___________ , South of the line slavery was _________.
banned, permitted
Which US Senator was most responsible for the Compromise of 1850?
Henry Clay
After the passage of the Fugitive Slave Act, many escaped slaves living in the North fled to…
Canada
People who came into Kansas, intimidated residents, and voted for slavery were referred to as…
border ruffians
How many votes does each state have in the Senate?
2
Where was the Missouri Compromise line
36-30 degrees north in the Louisiana Purchase
The Compromise of 1850 outlawed slave auctions in…
Washington, DC
How much money could a person be fined for helping a runaway slave?
up to $1000
What effect did Uncle Tom’s Cabin have on public opinion?
Northerners, in general, became more opposed to slavery
when was the Missouri Compromise reached?
1820
Why did the South or pro-slavery states get the worst deal in the Missouri Compromise?
There was more land north of the 36-30 line which didn't allow slavery
Name two terms of the compromise of 1850
Northerners required to help return runaway slaves
Slave trade outlawed
California free state
How long could someone spend in jail for helping an escaped slave?
6 months
who was the fourth president of the US?
Madison
The Missouri Compromise is also known as?
The Great Compromise