Reconstruction Quiz

The years following Reconstruction were called...

• The Antebellum Period

• The Jim Crow Era

• The Civil War Era

• The Great Depression

The 13th, 14th, and 15th amendments were written as a direct result of what historical event?

• the American Revolution

• the Civil War

• the Spanish-American War

• the War of 1812

During Reconstruction, why was the Freedmen's Bureau established?

• to rebuild lines of communication and transportation in southern states

• to promote ratification of the 13th Amendment banning slavery in the United States

• to give assistance to anyone affected by the war, especially the former slaves

• to give economic assistance only to those deemed as native South Carolinians

Why is the 13th Amendment considered an economic turning point in the South?

• The 13th Amendment resulted in the absence of forced labor to harvest cash crops.

• The United States government felt the burden of the 13th Amendment because of all of the money invested in bringing it to pass.

• The southern and northern economies flourished because of the 13th Amendment.

• The 13th Amendment gave former slaves the right to vote, resulting in greater economic influence.

How did the use of the military impact Radical Reconstruction after the Civil War?

• Military officers often tried to undermine the laws passed by the national government.

• The military continued to use the resources of the South and weakened their economy.

• The South welcomed the presence of military troops as a means of keeping them safe.

• The military was used to enforce federal policies and the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments.

Which constitutional amendment allowed actions like the one depicted in the image to occur?

• 13th Amendment

• 14th Amendment

• 15th Amendment

• 16th Amendment

This document was issued by many Southern states after the end of Reconstruction. What was the main purpose of a document like this?

• To collect revenue from poll workers

• To prevent certain groups from voting

• To stop corruption in state elections

• To ensure qualified candidates ran for office

Which Reconstruction plan called for harsh punishment for the former rebellious states and emphasized civil and voting rights for freedmen following the Civil war?

• The Square Deal

• Lincoln's 10% Plan

• The Lousiana Plan

• The Radical Republican Plan

Which of these laws would be considered "Jim Crow Laws"? Select all that apply.

• All children are required to attend school until 5th grade

• Black and white children must attend separate schools

• Female textile workers may not work more than 60 hours a week

• Children must be 5 years of age to work in a factory

• White and black diners in a restaurant cannot eat at the same tables

Which choice has the events in the correct order?

• Civil War ends, Reconstructions begins, 15th Amendment passed, Compromise 1877

• Reconstruction begins, 15th Amendment passed, Compromise 1877, Civil War ends

• Compromise of 1877, 15 Amendment passed, Reconstruction begins, Civil War ends

• Reconstruction begins, Civil War ends, 15th Amendment passed, Compromise 1877