Question

How Did the fugitive slave act affect the Underground Railroad

Answer 1

With the passage of the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850, assisting or helping hide fugitive slaves became a federal offense, making all Underground Railroad activity subject to six months in prison and a $1,000 fine. Escaping from slavery or helping someone to escape from slavery was a very difficult and dangerous task.


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Answer 2

It prompted expansions of its operations.

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