Question

What is Dred Scott known for?
A. he was emancipated under the Missouri Compromise

B. he started a major riot in 1863

C. he sued in court for his freedom

D. he was a famous slave of Thomas Jefferson

Answer 1

Answer:

C.

Explanation:

C is the correct answer because Dred Scott tried to sue his wife's owner because he believed that since his owner died in a free state he should be a free man.  However, the court ruled in favor of Missouri stating that he was not even a person, and was property so he couldn't sue.