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How did the Dred Scott decision affect the election in 1860?

A: It gave rise to the Know-Nothing Party, which won the election.
B: It gave rise to the Free Soil Party, which won the election.
C: It strengthened the Democratic Party, which won the election.
D: It strengthened the Republican Party, which won the election.

Answer 1

D: it strengthened the Republican Party, which won the election.

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Answer 2

D. It strengthened the Republican Party, which won the election.