Identify THREE accurate consequences of the Dred Scott decision in 1857.
A Dred Scott was able to live as a free man.
B The Missouri Compromise was weakened.
C Abolitionists felt defeated and angered.
D Missouri made a law outlawing the practice slavery.
B The Missouri Compromise was weakened.
C Abolitionists felt defeated and angered.
D Missouri made a law outlawing the practice of slavery.
Note: Option A is not accurate as the Dred Scott decision actually denied his freedom, stating that he was not a citizen and therefore did not have the right to sue for his freedom.