Question

Question 8 (1 point)






Based on the passage, which conclusion BEST explains how William McIntosh’s personal choices contributed to the removal of the Muscogee (Creek) from Georgia?

a
McIntosh’s cooperation with U.S. officials strengthened Creek unity, causing the Council to negotiate a peaceful land agreement.
b
McIntosh’s business ties and personal relationships with Georgia officials influenced him to support a treaty that benefited U.S. expansion more than Creek survival.
c
McIntosh’s opposition to U.S. expansion encouraged the Creek National Council to reject all treaties, leading the government to remove the Creeks by force.
d
McIntosh’s leadership in Creek military victories forced the United States to seek a treaty that protected Creek lands from settlement.
Question 9 (1 point)
Why was the Georgia Platform significant in 1850?

a
It encouraged Georgia to immediately leave the Union.
b
It supported the Compromise of 1850 and kept Georgia from seceding—temporarily.
c
It rejected all compromises involving slavery.
d
It supported abolishing the Fugitive Slave Act.
Question 10 (1 point)






Based on the passage, which conclusion BEST explains why many Georgians supported secession?

a
They believed Lincoln planned to immediately free all enslaved people in Georgia.
b
They feared the federal government would limit slavery and reduce Southern political power.
c
They thought the Dred Scott decision guaranteed slavery would spread everywhere.
d
They hoped secession would allow the South to build a stronger navy than the Union.

Answer 1

8. b — McIntosh’s business ties and personal relationships with Georgia officials influenced him to support a treaty that benefited U.S. expansion more than Creek survival.

9. b — It supported the Compromise of 1850 and kept Georgia from seceding—temporarily.

10. b — They feared the federal government would limit slavery and reduce Southern political power.