Above is a map of the free states and slave states in the U.S. in 1820, the year Missouri sought
admission to the Union as a slave state. Research which states allowed and which prohibited slavery
in 1820 and shade them different colors. Examine your map and answer the questions below.
1. How many states and territories allowed slavery in 1820? How many did not?
2. Is Indiana a free state or a slave state?
3. Based on the paragraph, would a state in the Oregon Territory be allowed to join as a slave
state?
4. What issue would arise if Missouri was admitted as a slave state?