In the election of 1856, Millard Fillmore was the Know-Nothing candidate and received 21 percent of the popular vote. What conclusion could be drawn from this fact? (1 point) Responses A significant number of people opposed slavery. A significant number of people opposed slavery. A significant number of people were in favor of temperance. A significant number of people were in favor of temperance. A significant number of people in favor of women's rights. A significant number of people in favor of women's rights. A significant number of people were hostile toward immigrants.

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The most accurate conclusion that can be drawn from the fact that Millard Fillmore received 21 percent of the popular vote as the Know-Nothing candidate in the election of 1856 is:

A significant number of people were hostile toward immigrants.

The Know-Nothing Party, also known as the American Party, primarily focused on nativism and had a strong anti-immigrant agenda, especially against Irish and German immigrants. Their platform emphasized the need to limit the influence of immigrants in politics and society.