10 Questions
What event effectively ended the American Civil War?
The surrender of Confederate General Robert E. Lee's army
Who assassinated President Abraham Lincoln?
John Wilkes Boothe
How many Americans perished in the course of the four violent years of war?
Approximately 700,000
What was a major concern for the federal government after the Civil War?
Rebuilding the South
What was a point of contention regarding the Republican Plan for Reconstruction?
It was seen as radical or extreme by some and not radical or extreme enough by others
What was one of the major challenges faced by the federal and state governments during the Reconstruction Era?
Rebuilding the Southern economy and infrastructure
What was the primary goal of the Republican Plan for Reconstruction?
Ensuring equal rights and opportunities for formerly enslaved people
Why did some people consider the Republican Plan for Reconstruction as radical or extreme?
It proposed granting voting rights to all African Americans
What was a significant consequence of President Lincoln's assassination for the Reconstruction Era?
It led to a power struggle within the Republican Party over Reconstruction policies
What made the Reconstruction Era a particularly tumultuous and uncertain time in American history?
The political and social challenges arising from the aftermath of the Civil War
Explore the transformative Reconstruction Era in American history, which followed the end of the Civil War and the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln. This quiz delves into the societal changes and challenges faced during this pivotal time period.
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