Which of the Following Was a Consequence of the Wilmot

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was a consequence of the Wilmot Proviso?

• A) It transformed the debate over the War with Mexico into a debate over the expansion of slavery.
• B) It led to the annexation of Texas by joint resolution of Congress.
• C) Its stipulations further fed northern fears of the Slave Power.
• D) It caused southerners to become outspoken opponents of the War with Mexico.

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