Question

What impact did the Fugitive Slave Act have on Northern attitudes toward slavery? (1 point)
Responses

Increased opposition to slavery in the North
Increased opposition to slavery in the North

Had no effect on Northern views
Had no effect on Northern views

Reduced tensions between North and South
Reduced tensions between North and South

Made Northerners more supportive of slavery

Answer 1

Increased opposition to slavery in the North.

The Fugitive Slave Act's strict enforcement and requirement that Northerners help return escaped slaves outraged many, spurring greater abolitionist sentiment and resistance (e.g., personal liberty laws, increased Underground Railroad activity).