Reconstruction Era and Civil Rights

The video explores the Reconstruction era following the Civil War, focusing on government policies and their societal effects from 1865 to 1877. It discusses Lincoln's lenient Ten-Percent Plan, Andrew Johnson's presidency, and the Radical Republicans' legislative efforts. The video also covers the impeachment of Johnson and the impact of Reconstruction on the women's rights movement, highlighting the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments.

What was the main focus of the Reconstruction period discussed in the video?

• The economic development of the North

• The role of women in the Civil War

• The causes of the Civil War

• The effects of government policy on society from 1865 to 1877

What was a key feature of Lincoln's Ten-Percent Plan?

• Mandatory military occupation of the South

• Immediate abolition of all Southern governments

• 10% of voters had to pledge loyalty to the Union

• Southern states had to pay reparations

How did Andrew Johnson's approach to Reconstruction differ from Lincoln's?

• He was more lenient than Lincoln

• He had no interest in Reconstruction

• He focused on economic reforms

• He was more strict and punitive

What was the Radical Republicans' stance on Reconstruction?

• They aimed to abolish the Union

• They wanted to punish the South and protect black rights

• They supported Johnson's lenient policies

• They focused on economic development

Which legislation did the Radical Republicans pass to support black rights?

• The Emancipation Proclamation

• The Civil Rights Act of 1866

• The Black Codes

• The Ten-Percent Plan

What was the outcome of Andrew Johnson's impeachment trial?

• He was removed from office

• He was acquitted by a large margin

• He remained in office by one vote

• He resigned before the trial concluded

What did the 14th Amendment establish?

• Military occupation of the South

• Voting rights for women

• Citizenship and equal protection under the law

• Abolition of slavery

How did the 15th Amendment impact the women's suffrage movement?

• It led to a split in the movement

• It granted women the right to vote

• It abolished the suffrage movement

• It was fully supported by all suffragists

Which organization was formed by Stanton and Anthony?

• National Woman Suffrage Association

• American Woman Suffrage Association

• Women's Rights Movement

• Equal Rights Association

What was the main criticism of the 15th Amendment by women's rights advocates?

• It was too lenient on the South

• It did not grant women the right to vote

• It did not abolish slavery

• It focused only on economic issues