The Legacy of the Reconstruction Era and Its Lasting Impact

The video discusses the Reconstruction Amendments: the 13th abolished slavery, the 14th granted citizenship, and the 15th gave Black men voting rights. It highlights the confusion between the 13th Amendment, Emancipation Proclamation, and Juneteenth Order. The video also covers the political gains of Black people during Reconstruction, including their representation in Congress and state governments. Despite these advancements, Black people faced significant opposition, leading to the Civil Rights movement. The Reconstruction Era brought lasting social, political, and economic changes, with effects still felt today.

Which amendment abolished enslavement throughout the United States?

• Emancipation Proclamation

• 14th Amendment

• 15th Amendment

• 13th Amendment

What did the 14th Amendment establish?

• Abolition of enslavement

• Citizenship and full rights for those born in the U.S.

• End of the Civil War

• Voting rights for Black men

During Reconstruction, what was a significant political achievement for Black men?

• Serving as U.S. Senators

• Owning land

• Establishing schools

• Leading the Civil Rights movement

What percentage of politicians in the South were Black at the height of Reconstruction?

• 20%

• 10%

• 5%

• 15%

What was one of the long-term effects of the Reconstruction Era?

• The end of political parties

• The start of the Civil War

• Immediate equality for all

• The Civil Rights movement