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⭐ 30 XP🏰 History KeepThe Compromise of 1850
The Compromise of 1850 was a collection of laws aimed at resolving the disputes over slavery in newly acquired territories following the Mexican-American War.
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The Compromise of 1850 was a collection of laws aimed at resolving the disputes over slavery in newly acquired territories following the Mexican-American War. This compromise included several key provisions: California was admitted as a free state, while the territories of New Mexico and Utah were allowed to decide for themselves whether to permit slavery. It also included the controversial Fugitive Slave Act, which required citizens to help capture escaped slaves. The Compromise of 1850 was a temporary solution that highlighted the growing divisions in the nation.
Key Facts
The Compromise of 1850 admitted California as a free state.
It allowed New Mexico and Utah to decide on slavery through popular sovereignty.
The Fugitive Slave Act was part of the compromise, increasing tensions in the North.
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1 of 2Which state was admitted as a free state in the Compromise of 1850?
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