Civil War Ch. 11-12 PG. 14-16

Front

Which statement best explains the differing perspectives of Southern whites and Southern blacks during Reconstruction?

Back

Southern whites wanted to revive their economy and regain control of their governments, while Southern blacks hoped for protection of their rights and economic independence.

Front

What economic policy was rumored to assist Southern blacks, but was never implemented? Options: Sharecropping agreements, Federal subsidies for farmland, Distribution of 40 acres and a mule, Abolition of tenant farming

Back

Distribution of 40 acres and a mule

Front

What does this statement reveal about Reconstruction-era politics?

Back

Accusations of corruption were often used as a political weapon during Reconstruction.

Front

What was the primary goal of groups like the Ku Klux Klan during Reconstruction?

Back

To suppress the rights and political participation of African Americans

Front

What does this information suggest about political opportunities for African Americans during Reconstruction?

Back

Reconstruction offered some political opportunities for African Americans, despite ongoing discrimination.

Front

What was the main goal of President Johnson's plan for Reconstruction?

Back

To restore the Union quickly with minimal changes to Southern society

Front

Which group cooperated with Northern Republicans during Reconstruction? Options: Freedmen, Carpetbaggers, Scalawags, All of the above

Back

All of the above

Front

What are 'black codes'?

Back

Laws passed by Southern states to restrict the rights of African Americans

Front

What principle of the U.S. government was illustrated by the conflict between Congress and President Johnson in 1868?

Back

Checks and balances

Front

What was a carpetbagger?

Back

A Northerner accused of profiting from Southern economic distress.