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The Kansas-Nebraska Act — Quiz

Question 4 • US History

In the 1855 election in Kansas, the settlers voted

Answer
A
to select the representatives to Congress from Kansas.
B
whether or not to ratify a newly drafted constitution.
C
to choose a territorial government in Kansas.
D
whether or not to allow the railroad to go through Kansas.

Explanation

In 1855, Kansas settlers voted to elect a territorial legislature, which would govern the territory. Proslavery “border ruffians” from Missouri also crossed into Kansas and influenced the election. The vote was not about ratifying a constitution or choosing members of Congress.

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