In response to the Wilmot Proviso, John C. Calhoun introduced legislation that would do what? A. Allow each new territory to decide the issue of slavery on its own B. Bring all new territories into the Confederacy C. Impose heavy taxes on those states and territories that banned slavery D. Prevent new territories from banning slavery

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In response to the Wilmot Proviso, John C. Calhoun introduced legislation that would do what? A. Allow each new territory to decide the issue of slavery on its own B. Bring all new territories into the Confederacy C. Impose heavy taxes on those states and territories that banned slavery D. Prevent new territories from banning slavery

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Clinton Bridges · Answer 1

In response to the Wilmot Proviso, John C. Calhoun introduced legislation that would " D. Prevent new territories from banning slavery" since he was an outspoken proponent of slavery.