Reconstruction Day 1 Review

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What is Reconstruction?

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Reconstruction took place from 1865 to 1877, when the North and South tried to reconcile after the Civil War.

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What amendments were added to protect African Americans' rights?

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The 13th, 14th, and 15th amendments were added to the U.S. Constitution.

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What did the 13th amendment do?

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It made slavery illegal in the United States.

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What was the Freedmen’s Bureau?

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An agency established by Congress in March 1865 to provide relief for freedpeople and certain poor people in the South.

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What were some accomplishments of the Freedmen’s Bureau?

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1. Helped formerly enslaved people find shelter, clothing, and food. 2. Helped reunite families separated by the war or slavery. 3. Assisted with legal processes like marriage and job contracts. 4. Built hospitals and provided medical care. 5. Built schools for children and adults.

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What was Lincoln’s plan to readmit southern states called?

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The Ten Percent Plan.

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Who took over as President after Lincoln was killed?

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Andrew Johnson took over after Lincoln was assassinated.

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Why were people uncertain about Andrew Johnson's Reconstruction policies?

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Because he was a southerner and had spoken out against the Freedmen’s Bureau and equality for African Americans.

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To rebuild. This term describes the period after the Civil War ended (1865 - 1877) when the government and people worked to find a balance between uniting the country and helping former slaves.

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Reconstruction

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To become friends/ friendly again after an argument. To make two things work together in a peaceful way.

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Reconcile