What effect did the Fugitive Slave Act have? Select 2 that apply.

Question

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It convinced Northerners that slavery was immoral

It convinced Southemers that Northerners would help return slaves

It convinced slaves that they were free to travel to the territories

It convinced the federal government that they issue of slavery could be peacefully resolved

Answer 1

The two effects that the Fugitive Slave Act had are:

1. It convinced Northerners that slavery was immoral.
2. It convinced Southerners that Northerners would help return slaves.

These effects highlight the increasing tensions between the North and South regarding the issue of slavery.