Question

How did Jefferson Davis use compact theory to justify secession?

A)Davis criticized how northern politicians used compact theory in arguments over stopping the expansion of slavery.

B)Davis said the compact made by the Constitution gave more power to the federal government than state governments.

C)Davis argued that because the Union was created as a compact of states, the states had a right to dissolve the compact.

D)Davis rejected the insistence of Northern politicians that the compact made through the Constitution protected slavery.

Answer 1

D)Davis reject the insistence of northern politicians that the compact made through the constitution protected slavery

Answer 2

D

Step-by-step explanation:

Davis rejected the insistence of Northern politicians that the compact made through the Constitution protected slavery.