Question

Why were Southerners successful in using literacy tests to keep African Americans from voting?
A.Most African Americans were too busy working to go to school.
B.Most African Americans were afraid to take the tests.
C.Most African Americans had not learned to read while they were slaves.
D.Only a limited number of tests were given in each voting area.

Answer 1

C.Most African Americans had not learned to read while they were slaves. 

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Answer 2

C. Apex haha 9 (-: Most African americans had not learned..