Why Was Anti-Slavery Language in the Constitution Ultimately Excised

question 50

Multiple Choice

Why was anti-slavery language in the Constitution ultimately excised?

• A) anti-slavery sentiment
• B) Connecticut Compromise
• C) fear of splintering the convention
• D) non-slave states had more votes
• E) slave states had more votes

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