Reconstruction Era: Lincoln's 10% Plan
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What percentage of voters in a Southern state had to swear loyalty to the U.S. for it to form a new government?

  • 50%
  • 10% (correct)
  • 20%
  • 5%
  • According to Lincoln's plan, what was a requirement for Southern states to form a new government?

  • To give up their statehood
  • To abolish slavery and swear loyalty to the U.S. (correct)
  • Only to swear loyalty to the U.S.
  • To pay a fine to the U.S. government
  • Why did many in Congress dislike Lincoln's plan?

  • They thought it was too harsh
  • They didn't want to abolish slavery
  • They wanted a longer Reconstruction period
  • They believed it was too lenient (correct)
  • What was the ultimate goal of Lincoln's 10% plan?

    <p>To quickly reunite the Union</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a consequence of a Southern state forming a new government under Lincoln's plan?

    <p>It would be forced to abolish slavery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main purpose of Freedman's Bureau?

    <p>To provide general assistance to freedmen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Thirteenth Amendment achieve?

    <p>Ended slavery throughout the United States</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who were eligible to receive plots of land from the government?

    <p>Loyal Refugees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Fourteenth Amendment ensure for former slaves?

    <p>Full citizenship with full civil rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by the phrase 'equal protection under the law'?

    <p>The government protects all citizens from discrimination and unequal treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

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