As the Senate Debated the Compromise of 1850,which of the Following

question 42

Multiple Choice

As the Senate debated the Compromise of 1850,which of the following did not take place?

• A) John C. Calhoun wrote his last speech in support of slavery.
• B) The Senate heard arguments from the three great orators of the day-John C. Calhoun, Daniel Webster, and Henry Clay-together for the last time.
• C) President Taylor attended the proceedings, ready to defend the compromise.
• D) The debates lasted several months.
• E) The first truly sincere discussions on possible secession took place.

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