In the election of 1856, Millard Fillmore was the Know-Nothing candidate and received 21 percent of the popular vote. What conclusion could be drawn from this fact?

Question

1. A significant number of people opposed slavery.
2. A significant number of people were in favor of temperance.
3. A significant number of people in favor of women's rights.
4. A significant number of people were hostile toward immigrants.

Answer 1

The most appropriate conclusion that could be drawn from the fact that Millard Fillmore was the Know-Nothing candidate in the election of 1856 and received 21 percent of the popular vote is:

4. A significant number of people were hostile toward immigrants.

The Know-Nothing Party, also known as the American Party, was primarily focused on anti-immigrant and anti-Catholic sentiments, reflecting a broader nativist attitude in the mid-19th century United States.