What effect did the Fugitive Slave Act have? Select all that apply.

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It convinced Northerners that slavery was immoral.

It convinced Southerners that Northerners would help return slaves.

It convinced slaves that they were free to travel to the territories.

It convinced the federal government that they issue of slavery could be peacefully resolved.

Answer 1

The Fugitive Slave Act had the following effects:

- It convinced Northerners that slavery was immoral.
- It convinced Southerners that Northerners would help return slaves.