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The Mexican-American War

Question 3 • DRHS GA-GSE US History A

Which of the following best describes the Wilmot Proviso?

Answer
A
The Wilmot Proviso was a document about the future of slavery in all territory acquired from Mexico.
B
The Wilmot Proviso was an outline of the procedures for new territories to become states.
C
The Wilmot Proviso was a military strategy that explained how to win the Mexican-American War.
D
The Wilmot Proviso was a campaign document to help elect Congressman David Wilmot.

Explanation

The Wilmot Proviso was a proposal to prohibit slavery in any territory the United States acquired from Mexico after the Mexican-American War. It addressed the future of slavery in those territories, not the process for becoming a state, military strategy, or an election campaign.

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