Question

What was the major issue that kept Dred Scott from getting his freedom?

A. He should have tried when he was in a free state. B. The Supreme Court ruled that Dred Scott was not a citizen of the United States because he was not white, and therefore could not sue in the courts.
C. They never should have taken the case to the Supreme Court.
D. He was married.
E. none of the above

Answer 1

THE ANSWER IS B THE SUPREME COURT

Answer 2

I believe it's B. The Supreme Court ruled that Dred Scott was not a citizen of the United States because he was not white, and therefore could not sue in the courts.