Multiple Choice
The House of Representatives' gag rule of 1836
A) sought to silence proslavery congressmen so that abolitionist petitions could be read.
B) convinced many northerners that slavery was incompatible with the democratic liberties of white Americans.
C) prohibited the consideration of proslavery petitions.
D) is still in effect today.
E) was authored by former president John Quincy Adams.
Correct Answer:
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