Apentix/AP US History/Unit 5: Period 5 (1844-1877)/Question
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Which of the following best explains why the Crittenden Compromise of 1860-61 failed?

A.It proposed extending the Missouri Compromise line to the Pacific with constitutional protection for slavery in territories, which Lincoln and congressional Republicans rejected
B.Southern states refused any compromise that kept slavery out of the territories
C.The Supreme Court declared the proposed amendment unconstitutional
D.It passed Congress but was vetoed by President Buchanan

Explanation

Core Concept

For Lincoln, accepting slavery's permanent protection in all present and future territory south of 36°30′ contradicted the election's central issue. With Republicans opposed, the compromise could not pass.

Correct Answer

AIt proposed extending the Missouri Compromise line to the Pacific with constitutional protection for slavery in territories, which Lincoln and congressional Republicans rejected

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