SS Test #1- Dred Scott Case

Define Hastened

To do something quickly

How old was Dred Scott when the case began?

50

What did Scott sue for, and why?

They were suing for freedom from slavery because his original opener sold him to someone who took Scott to a place where slavery wasn't allowed and than brought him back somewhere where slavery was allowed.

When did Scott file suit against Irene Emerson?

1846

Who financially supported Scott's suit?

The Blow family (Scott's original owners)

What ear was the first trial of Dred Scott in St. Louis?

1847

What was the outcome of Dred Scott's second trial in St. Louis?

Dred Scott and his family should be free.

Why did Mrs. Emerson appeal her case to the Missouri State Supreme Court?

The Russell of the case was that Scott was free, and slaves are valuable property and she didn't want to lose her.

What was the Missouri state Supreme Court's decision?

That Scott was not free

When did Scott file suit in St. Louis Federal Court? What was the outcome?

1854, Dred Scott appealed to the U.S Supreme Court

What was Chief Justice Taney's opinion on the Dred Scott case? What year?

1857, Scott would remain enslaved, and he was not a citizen of the U.S,a Dan therefore couldn't bring suit in the federal courts.

Why was the Missouri Compromise considered unconstitutional?

According to the constitution, slavery couldn't be restricted in the U.S

What was the American public's reaction to the Dred Scott decision?

That the Republicans feared that slavery would spread a lot more, and they fought again to gain control of Congress and the Courts.

When did Dred Scott become free?

1857, right before he died