Reconstruction and Civil Rights (U6;S4)

When did the Reconstruction era take place?

• 1865-1877

• 1850-1860

• 1900-1910

• 1880-1890

Who developed the first plan for Reconstruction?

• Military Governors

• Abraham Lincoln

• Congress

• Andrew Johnson

What did the 13th amendment to the Constitution do?

• Recognized African Americans as citizens

• Gave all male citizens the right to vote

• Officially ended slavery in the U.S.

• Guaranteed equal rights to all citizens

What was the purpose of the Freedman's Bureau?

• To provide food and clothing to wealthy southerners

• To rebuild damaged towns and farms

• To offer help to anyone in need, especially freed slaves

• To enforce laws in the south

Which amendment recognized African Americans as citizens and guaranteed them equal rights?

• 15th amendment

• 14th amendment

• 13th amendment

• 12th amendment

What did the 15th amendment to the Constitution do?

• Guaranteed equal rights to all citizens

• Officially ended slavery in the U.S.

• Gave all male citizens the right to vote

• Recognized African Americans as citizens

What were the Black Codes?

• New constitution for SC

• Laws limiting the rights of African Americans

• Laws enforcing the 13th amendment

• Military districts in the south

Who forced SC to write a new constitution in 1868?

• Military Governor

• Andrew Johnson

• Congress

• Abraham Lincoln

What did the new constitution of SC in 1868 give African Americans the right to do?

• Vote and serve in office

• Own land and farms

• Enforce laws in the state

• Receive education and medical care

What was the main goal of Congress during Reconstruction?

• End the war quickly

• Rebuild the southern economy

• Protect the rights of newly freed slaves

• Punish wealthy southerners