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What turn of events helped Senator Henry Clay to pass his Compromise of 1850?

A. California wanted to join the Union as a slave state.

B. South Carolina seceded from the Union.

C. Slavery was abolished completely in Washington, D.C.

D. President Zachary Taylor died unexpectedly.

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D. President Zachary Taylor died unexpectedly.

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D.

President Zachary Taylor died unexpectedly.

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