Question

Southern state and local elections in 1876 differed from those in previous years in that

Answer 1

The correct answer is B) African-American candidates won numerous local and state offices.

The ability for African-American men to vote became a reality after the passing of the 15th amendment. This amendment, passed in 1870, changed the political landscape in the South. Since African-American men had the right to vote, they could elect fellow African-American men into office. They took advantage of this opportunity, which resulted in a significant change in local and state governments in the South during Reconstruction.

Answer 2

B) African-American candidates won numerous local and state offices.