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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Expansion and Compromise

Question 2 • DRHS GA-GSE US History A

The purpose of the Wilmot Proviso was to

Answer
A
prevent the spread of slavery to any territory won from Mexico during the war.
B
ensure the spread of slavery to any territory won from Mexico during the war.
C
enable the people of any newly won territories to decide the slavery question for themselves.