Question

What was the main reason for the inclusion of the Fugitive Slave Law in the Compromise of

1850?

M to reward slave states for contributing funds to settle land claims

P to pacify the free states for the decision to maintain slavery in the nation’s capital

R to foster support for the admission of another free state

S to address problems caused by allowing popular sovereignty in the territories

Answer 1

the best option, though unclear is d

to address problems caused by allowing popular sovereignty in the territories

The 1850 compromise was made to halt a possible secession debate that was going on the south territories which undermined their sovereignty which was fostered and strengthened by the institution of slavery.