Question

how did the question of slavery shape the new government?

Answer 1

Answer:

slavery's defenders argued, sanctioned slavery and deprived Congress of the power to influence the states' domestic policies. Furthermore, proponents of slavery argued, the South had a constitutional right to share in the nation's expansion.

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer:

The Constitution gave the federal government the power to put down domestic rebellions, including slave insurrections.