Question

Which best describes black peoples participation in politics during Reconstruction? A. Black paricipation in politics was limited only to voting in local elections because restrictions on voting rights were so stringent. B. Blacks did not participate in politics during Reconstruction because they were limited in voting rights and an understanding the process. C. Blacks participated in politics in very high numbers, with most states electing multiple African Amerians to high ranking office within reconstructed governments. D. Blacks participated primarily through voting, while a few distinguished African Americans were elected to high positions in government.

Answer 1

D. Blacks participated primarily through voting while a few distinguished African Americans were elected to high positions in government

Answer 2

Answer:

D. Blacks participated primarily through voting, while a few distinguished African Americans were elected to high positions in government.

Explanation:

The Reconstruction era was an special time for Black participation on elections and on the political life of the country, they were very participant, including thousands of former slaves, they voted and elected several distinguished African Americans that held office, according to state records almost 2000 african americans held office during reconstruction, from local governments all the way to the senate, eventhough they never actually achieve proper representation.