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Who passed the 15th amendment to the Constitution of the United States of America, and in what year was it passed?
The 15th amendment to the Constitution of the United States of America was passed by Congress in 1869.
What right did the 15th amendment grant to citizens of the United States?
The 15th amendment granted the right to vote, stating that it shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of race, color, or previous condition of servitude.
During Reconstruction, which state had federal troops occupying it, and what laws did they enforce?
During Reconstruction, federal troops occupied Mississippi, and among the laws they enforced was the constitutional amendment guaranteeing the right of all men to vote.
How did the newly freed slaves participate in the political process in Mississippi during Reconstruction?
The newly freed slaves participated in the political process by voting, with blacks being the majority in Mississippi, sending two black senators and one black congressman to Washington, and having at least 200 other blacks holding public office.
Which political party were the newly freed slaves affiliated with during Reconstruction, and how were they engaged in the legislative process?
The newly freed slaves were affiliated with the Republican party, and they were deeply engaged in the legislative process, with individuals getting elected to office across the state and actively engaging in public policy.
Test your knowledge of American history and the Reconstruction era with this quiz on the 15th Amendment to the US Constitution. Explore the significance of this amendment in granting voting rights to citizens, and its impact on the post-Civil War period.
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