Why did most northern whites oppose the expansion of slavery into the territories?
A) They felt that it would hurt them economically.
B) They thought that all blacks should be socially superior to whites.
C) They all objected to slavery as a moral evil.
D) They felt that it was important for America to spread ideals of equality for all.
Answer: A
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