How did antislavery advocates react to Lincoln's plan to abolish slavery by compensating owners?
A) They preferred immediate abolition but thought his idea was a good compromise because it would free the slaves.
B) They approved of his idea because they had forced him to act in their favor.
C) They were never informed of the idea and therefore had little reaction.
D) They were against the idea because it recognized slaves as property, rather than as human beings.
Answer: D
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