Question

The Compromise of 1850 dealt with territory that the United States had acquired because of which event?

Answer 1

Answer: The Mexican War

Explanation: After the Mexican War, the United States acquired a large amount of land in the West and Southwest. With the addition of new territories, the debate over the expansion of slavery was reopened.

Answer 2

The Compromise of 1850 dealt with territory that the United States had acquired because of the "Spanish-American War," since the US was victorious in this conflict.