Question

Which of the following was a result of the Wilmot Proviso?

1. The issue of slavery in new territories gained from Mexico was resolved.
2. Some Free Soil Party members formed the Whig Party.
3. Southerners became convinced that the North would limit the spread of slavery in new areas.
4. Some Democrats and Whigs formed the Free Soil Party.

Answer 1

3. Southerners became convinced that the North would limit the spread of slavery in new areas.