How did the dred scott v. sanford us supreme court case intensify the fight for abolition? a) the high court ruled in favor of sanford under the condition that he will free dred scott upon his death. b) the high court ruled in favor of dred scott granting him freedom; thus persuading society that slaves have rights. c) the high court ruled slaves are property and therefore have no rights; thus strengthening the fight for abolition. d) the high court ruled the issue of slave rights is a reserved power and thus the states solely have authority to grant rights to slaves.

Which of the following documents influenced the u.s. constitution? select all that applythe magna cartadeclaration of sentimentsthe english bill of rightsfederalist writingsanti-federalist writingsthe french constitution

Why were chinese american immigrants frequently detained when trying to immigrate through angel island? the rules for immigration were stricter at this checkpoint due to health issues that were prevalent among asian populations at this time. the location of the island was difficult to reach, and ships to the mainland were often prevented from sailing more than once a week. immigration agents were notorious for asking immigrants confusing questions as a means of denying them entry. low wages caused a shortage of immigration officials, so many immigrants had to wait weeks or months before their applications were processed.

Which of the following is a likely reason that someone today might decide to move from a city in the midwest to the south? a. the decline of manufacturing in the midwest b. the many high tech jobs available in the south c. urban overcrowding in the midwest d. higher housing costs in the south