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

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Based on the positions of the Know-Nothing Party, which was characterized by its strong anti-immigrant sentiment and nativist policies, the conclusion that can be drawn from Millard Fillmore receiving 21 percent of the popular vote in the 1856 election is:

A significant number of voters were hostile toward immigrants.

The Know-Nothing Party primarily focused on restricting immigration and promoting the interests of native-born Americans, which aligns with the observed support for Fillmore's candidacy.