Question

question 2 of 10
which were the two southern states with the largest number of african americans serving in state government during reconstruction?
a. mississippi and south carolina
b. florida and georgia
c. texas and alabama
d. virginia and louisiana

Explanation:

During the Reconstruction era, Mississippi and South Carolina had significant African American political participation in state governments. Historical records show that these two states had relatively large numbers of African Americans serving in state government roles compared to the other options. Florida, Georgia, Texas, Alabama, Virginia, and Louisiana did not have the same level of African American representation in state government as Mississippi and South Carolina during Reconstruction.

Answer:

A. Mississippi and South Carolina