in the election of 1856, Millard Fillmore was the known – nothing candidate, and received 21% of the popular vote. What conclusion could be drawn from this fact?

Question

in the election of 1856, Millard Fillmore was the known – nothing candidate, and received 21% of the popular vote. What conclusion could be drawn from this fact?

a. A significant number of people opposed slavery.
b. A significant number of people were in favor of temperance.
c. A significant number of people in favor of women’s rights.
d. A significant number of people were hostile toward immigrants.

Answer 1

in the election of 1856, Millard Fillmore was the known – nothing candidate, and received 21% of the popular vote. What conclusion could be drawn from this fact?

The conclusion that could be drawn from this fact is d. A significant number of people were hostile toward immigrants.