Which of the Following Is a Plausible Explanation for Slavery

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a plausible explanation for slavery not being strictly outlawed in the Constitution?

• A) Protections or slavery were upheld by a log roll of votes from northern states in return for strong commercial policies.
• B) Slavery was viewed as a moral issue and was not seen as pertinent to the Convention's cause.
• C) Slavery had already been abolished by most states so the Convention did not see the need.
• D) Most of the delegates felt as though slavery would be replaced within the decade by itself.

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