The Introduction of the Kansas-Nebraska Act in 1854 Was the Result

question 31

Multiple Choice

The introduction of the Kansas-Nebraska Act in 1854 was the result of political maneuvering by Senator Stephen Douglas of Illinois, who

• A) hoped to swing the balance of power in favor of the free-states by encouraging popular referendum on the issue.
• B) was appealing to constituents who were long victims of Indian violence by aiming to strip Indians of long-held territory.
• C) hoped to get support for his railroad from Southerners by enabling slavery in the West.
• D) was politically indebted to the Democratic Party and hoped to gain favor for his next campaign.

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