Question

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Which statement is true about African Americans in government during early Reconstruction?

African Americans were not allowed to vote in the former Confederate states.
An African American became governor in every one of the former Confederate states.
Many African Americans in the South were elected to Congress and state legislatures.
Congress banned African Americans from serving in state legislatures.

Answer 1

Answer:

"Many African Americans in the South were elected to Congress and state legislatures." is the correct answer.

Explanation:

The passing of the 14th and 15th amendment drastically increased African Americans rights and granted them the ability to hold a position in office.