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AssignmentMultiple Choice

The Mexican-American War

Question 6 • DRHS GA-GSE US History A

South Carolina Congressman Preston Brooks is known for

Answer
A
almost killing Senator Charles Sumner.
B
conducting a raid against antislavery settlers at Pottawatomie Creek.
C
attacking proslavery settlers in Lawrence, Kansas.

Explanation

In 1856, Congressman Preston Brooks attacked Senator Charles Sumner on the Senate floor with a cane after Sumner gave an antislavery speech. Sumner was severely injured and nearly killed, so the correct choice is “almost killing Senator Charles Sumner.”

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