The Civil War and its Aftermath

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1.In Chapter 9, “Slavery Without Submission,” what actions did the U.S. government take to support slavery?

  1. According to the book, why was the Fugitive Slave Act so important and what concession did it make?
  2. Use your own words to explain how the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments to the Constitution changes the lives of blacks following the Civil War?
  3. Summarize Lincoln's position on slavery both his public and private opinion.