I believe it is A because after the reconstruction many groups such as the KKK developed and even though most slaves were freed, they weren't allowed very many rights
I took the AP US history test, I think this was one of the questions there.
The war gave women jobs while their spouse was out fighting. Which was where the fire started to give woman equal rights which includes being able to vote.
Answer:
"Houston's fortunes hit bottom in 1857 when his gubernatorial bid failed and the legislature voted not to return him"
C is the answer yes I am sure