Triston

History

12 August, 06:57

Which statement best explains why the issue of slavery contributed to the outbreak of Civil War?

A. the economies of the confederate states relied on slave labor

B. fugitive slaves from the south were creating social tensions in the north

C. settlers in newly acquired territories did not want to allow slavery in their states.

D. the federal government refused to take action to suppress slave uprisings in the south.