How did John Brown's attack on Harpers Ferry affect many Northern abolitionists?

A. They were inspired to continue fighting to end slavery.

B. They were forced to publicly support slavery in the South

C. They lost official support from the Republican Party

D. They were able to convince Southern leaders to stop supporting slavery.

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Derick Mckinney

15 January, 21:21

How did John Brown's attack on Harpers Ferry affect many Northern abolitionists?

A. They were inspired to continue fighting to end slavery.

B. They were forced to publicly support slavery in the South

C. They lost official support from the Republican Party

D. They were able to convince Southern leaders to stop supporting slavery.

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Cedric Buckley · Answer 1

Its A. I do believe

Robert Frazier · Answer 2

D. They were able to convince Southern leaders to stop supporting slavery.

Explanation:

Abolitionist John Brown leads a small group on a raid against a federal armory in Harpers Ferry, in an attempt to start an armed slave revolt and destroy the institution of slavery.