7 - Slavery: Proviso Failure

7th & 8th Grade HistoryHistory7th/8th
Assigned: Jan 15, 2026
At home

Assignment Description

•Write a short essay (150+ words, 3+ paragraphs) on why the Wilmot Proviso failed to pass the Senate. (Remember: The Proviso suggested outlawing slavery in the territories ceded to the U.S. after the Mexican War.) Please use the three Wikipedia articles listed for Wednesday (as well as your notes, content in Land of Hope, and any other resources you might have or find). You must include a clear thesis statement, and provide three clear reasons for its failure, along with some historical evidence/references to support your stance. Bring this essay to school.

Student Progress

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AW
Andrew Woodlee
Ambrose
Complete Jan 15, 4:45 PM
AM
Archer Matthews
Aquinas
Pending
CW
Caleb Whelan
Augustine
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JW
Josiah Woodlee
Ambrose
Complete Feb 3, 8:39 AM
KG
Keene Garrett
Athanasius
Pending