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America's Story

Henry Clay (1777-1852) was from Kentucky and went to Congress in 1806. Like Webster and Calhoun, he was first in the House of Representatives. There he was elected Speaker of the House. Later he served as a senator. He ran for president several times but was never elected. During his career, he became known as The Great Compromiser because he often sought a solution between the extremes of states' rights and the Union's. He served in Congress until his death.

1 What can you tell from reading the passages and locking

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All of the men opposed slavery.

All of the men were dedicated to their country.

Webster worked harder than Clay and Calhoun.

Clay and Calhoun were always on opposite sides

Answer 1

Correct answer: All of the men were dedicated to their country.

Why: The passage says Clay, like Webster and Calhoun, served in the House and in Congress, and Clay served in Congress until his death — showing public service. The other choices are not supported: Calhoun did not oppose slavery, the statement about Webster working harder is subjective, and Clay and Calhoun were not said to be always on opposite sides.