Question

Which statement best explains the compromise northern and southern delegates reached regarding foreign trade?

A. The states would be able to make their own rules about trading with foreign nations, but trade in slaves would be prohibited.

B. The federal government would regulate foreign trade but not pass any laws regarding the slave trade for 20 years.

C. Existing regulations on foreign trade would be enforced, but no new regulations would be created without the approval of all states.

D. The slave trade would be allowed to continue, but slaves would only be sold for three-fifths of their prior value.

Answer 1

The correct option is A) The states would be able to make their own rules about trading with foreign nations, but trade in slaves would be prohibited.


This was a compromise reached between the Northern and Southern States. Trading would be controlled by States themselves but slave trade would be completely banned. 

Hence, while The Act Prohibiting Importation of Slaves of 1807, took effect in 1808, slavery did not officially end in the United States until December 6, 1865.

Answer 2

The federal government would regulate foreign trade but not pass any laws regarding the slave trade for 20 years. (APEX Class ;)