Lesson 35 of 84 · The Civil War
⭐ 30 XP🏰 History KeepThe Missouri Compromise
The Missouri Compromise was a significant agreement made in 1820 to maintain the balance between free and slave states in the United States.
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The Missouri Compromise was a significant agreement made in 1820 to maintain the balance between free and slave states in the United States. It allowed Missouri to enter the Union as a slave state while simultaneously admitting Maine as a free state. Additionally, this compromise established a line across the Louisiana Territory, north of which slavery would be prohibited. The Missouri Compromise was an early attempt to address the growing tensions regarding slavery and demonstrated the challenges of creating a unified nation.
Key Facts
The Missouri Compromise was enacted in 1820.
Maine was admitted as a free state to balance Missouri.
A line was drawn at latitude 36°30' to limit slavery in the new territories.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2Which state was admitted as a free state during the Missouri Compromise?
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