1. What was controversial about the Compromise of 1850? a. It declared slavery moral on the basis of economics

b. It allowed northern states to control southern states

c. It forced free states to return fugitive slaves

d. It allowed southern states to control northern states

2. What ruling was made in the "Dred Scott v. Sandford" case?

a. That slaves living in free states could become citizens

b. That territories and the federal gov't cannot restrict slavery

c. That slaves in free states need not return to slave states

d. AOA

3. Which of the following amendments was the single most important tool used in the subsequent battle for civil rights?

a. 12th

b. 13th

c. 14th

d. 15th