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The caning of Senator Charles Sumner in 1856 followed Sumner's Senate speech in which he

A.denounced proslavery forces and personally insulted Senator Andrew Butler of South Carolina
B.introduced the Kansas-Nebraska bill over southern objections
C.proposed repealing the Fugitive Slave Act
D.called for the immediate secession of northern states

Explanation

Core Concept

Representative Preston Brooks, Butler's relative, beat Sumner with a cane on the Senate floor. The episode symbolized the breakdown of reasoned debate over slavery.

Correct Answer

Adenounced proslavery forces and personally insulted Senator Andrew Butler of South Carolina

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