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Impact of Reconstruction — Unit test

Question 13 • EAP-Virginia and US History A CR

In Dred Scott’s court case, Scott argued he should be free because he had lived in

Answer
A
Missouri and Maine.
B
California and Virginia.
C
Kansas and Nebraska.
D
Illinois and Wisconsin.

Explanation

Dred Scott argued that he should be free because he had lived in places where slavery was prohibited: Illinois and the Wisconsin Territory. His residence there formed the basis of his legal claim. The correct choice is Illinois and Wisconsin.

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