Question

which part of the compromise of 1850 received the most support from southern states?
a the passage of a fugitive slave law
b the end of slave trade in washington, d.c.
c the admission of california to the union as a free state
d the use of popular sovereignty to determine the issue of slavery in new territories

Explanation:

The Fugitive Slave Law (option A) was part of the Compromise of 1850. Southern states, which relied on slavery, strongly supported this law as it required the return of escaped slaves to their owners, protecting their "property" (enslaved people) and reinforcing the institution of slavery. The end of the slave trade in DC (B) and California as a free state (C) were more favorable to the North. Popular sovereignty (D) was a more neutral or future - oriented measure, but the Fugitive Slave Law had direct benefits for the South's slave - holding interests.

Answer:

A. the passage of a fugitive slave law