The final Compromise of 1850, originally introduced by Henry Clay as a single "Omnibus Bill," passed as five separate pieces of legislation. Which of the following was NOT included?

A. Provisions for capturing runaway slaves were strengthened.
B. New Mexico was admitted as a free state.
C. Slavery was abolished in the District of Columbia.
D. California was admitted as a free state.


Answer: B

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