Question

#5

As leader of the Republican Party, Lincoln was outspoken in his views on slavery and expressed them during the debates of 1858. Which of the following would best fit with his position?
(1 point)
Responses

Compromise of 1850
Compromise of 1850
Wilmot Proviso
Wilmot Proviso
Kansas-Nebraska Act
Kansas-Nebraska Act
Dred Scott decision
Dred Scott decision

Question 6

Answer 1

Abraham Lincoln was a strong opponent of the expansion of slavery into the territories, which was a key issue during the debates of 1858, particularly in his debates with Stephen A. Douglas. Among the options provided, the **Wilmot Proviso** would best fit with Lincoln's position as it aimed to ban slavery in any territory acquired from Mexico, aligning with his views against the expansion of slavery.

The correct response for question #5 is:

**Wilmot Proviso**.