Seudónimo Seudónimo 20-04-2017 Social Studies contestada FIRST ANSWER GETS BRAINLIEST ! Why were some people in the North opposed to the Fugitive Slave Law? A) It was too lenient in punishing runaway slaves who were catured. B) It allowed slave trade to continue in Washington, D.C. C) It imposed fines on those who refused to help return runaway slaves. D) The law made it easier for slaves to escape and cause overcrowding.