The time period immediately following the Civil War was known as
Reconstruction was a fairly easy process in which Americans from the North and the South got along with each other very well.
How long did Reconstruction last?
Prior to the Civil War, it was mostly who held most of the economic, social, and political power in the U.S.
One of the main concerns during Reconstruction was whether or not women should be given the same rights as men.
What was the name of the group of Congressmen who allied with black Americans and sought to help them achieve equal rights?
Categorize the information based on the types of right that it is associated with.
Deal with your ability to access basic human needs
Deal with your ability to purchase things you need
Include things like being able to vote, protest, and hold public office
Include things like healthcare, education, freedom of expression, and to be treated fairly by others
Goal is to have what you need in order to maintain an adequate standard of living
During Reconstruction, it included things like helping former slaves make labor contracts for new jobs
During Reconstruction, it included things like allowing former slaves to vote, serve on juries, and serve in Congress
Deal with your ability to make money
Deal with your ability to influence the government
During Reconstruction, it included things like allowing former slaves the rights to marry and choose their own religion
Economic Rights
Social Rights
Political Rights
In your own words, explain what the main purpose of the Freedmen's Bureau was.
The main intention of the Civil Rights Acts were to guarantee that black Americans were entitled to the basic rights of
Check off all of the following that were part of the Civil Rights Acts.
Match the Amendment with its purpose.
| Draggable item | arrow_right_alt | Corresponding Item |
|---|---|---|
Guaranteed citizenship and equality under the law | arrow_right_alt | 13th |
Made sure race could not be a factor in who had voting rights | arrow_right_alt | 14th |
Abolished slavery | arrow_right_alt | 15th |
Black Americans made many advancements during Reconstruction.
Most white southerners were accepting of their new society during Reconstruction.
Most white northerners were willing to pay higher taxes in order to support Reconstruction.
How long did Reconstruction last?