Reconstruction and Federal Authority
Which statement best describes how the Reconstruction era (1865–1877) altered the balance of power between states’ rights and federal authority?
A
It marked a return to pre‐war principles, with states regaining full autonomy in deciding civil rights issues without federal oversight.
B
The period saw a significant shift as increasing federal intervention was accepted as necessary to rebuild the South and promote civil rights.
C
The era illustrated that both the North and South uniformly opposed federal intervention, favoring decentralized power structures instead.
D
The shift was minimal, with the federal government playing only a symbolic role and states maintaining most control over Reconstruction policies.
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