As a result of the 1854 congressional elections, the _______________________.

A. Whigs gained control of both the House and the Senate
B. Republicans gained control of both the House and the Senate
C. Whigs captured most of the House seats from the North
D. Republicans captured a majority of the House seats from the North


Answer: D

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