Question

question 17 of 20
during reconstruction, why did african american politicians try to work
together despite their differences?

a. they needed to have friends in washington, d.c.

b. they did not want to get sent back to their old jobs.

c. they knew that white politicians wouldnt work with them.

d. they wanted to show people that they were strong and united.

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Having friends in DC is not the main reason for their unity during Reconstruction. Their focus was on collective progress, not just networking.
• Option B: The concern of returning to old jobs is not relevant to their political collaboration during Reconstruction.
• Option C: While white politicians' resistance was a factor, the primary reason for African American politicians to work together was to present a united front. However, let's check Option D.
• Option D: During Reconstruction, African American politicians faced challenges in gaining political power and rights. By working together despite differences, they aimed to demonstrate their strength and unity to advance their causes (like securing civil rights, political representation) and counter the opposition they faced. This aligns with the historical context of the time.

Answer:

C. They knew that white politicians wouldn't work with them.

Wait, correction: After re - evaluating, the correct answer is D. They wanted to show people that they were strong and united.

The error in the first analysis of Option C: The main driving force for African American politicians to unite was to build a strong front for their own political and social advancement. White politicians' refusal to work with them was a backdrop, but the active reason for their unity was to show strength and unity. So the correct answer is D. They wanted to show people that they were strong and united.