The Issue of Runaway Slaves Was Important Because

question 69

Multiple Choice

The issue of runaway slaves was important because

• A) the South was losing a significant portion of its labor force.
• B) the Underground Railroad might encourage a slave rebellion.
• C) the loss of property was significant, but the loss of honor was felt more.
• D) escaped slaves might establish free colonies in the West.
• E) free blacks demonstrated that the racist theory of slavery was wrong.

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