Question

question 6 of 10
southern republicans worked to prevent injustice but there was little they could do to:
a. increase education of former slaves.
b. prevent acts of violence against former slaves.
c. encourage former slaves to vote.
d. support churches that helped former slaves.

Explanation:

During the Reconstruction era, Southern Republicans faced significant challenges, especially regarding violence against former slaves (Freedmen). Groups like the Ku Klux Klan and other white supremacist organizations carried out widespread violence, and the federal government/Southern Republicans had limited ability to fully prevent such acts due to resistance, lack of resources, or political will in some areas. Options A, C, and D were areas where Republicans could take more proactive steps (e.g., setting up schools, promoting voting rights, supporting churches), but preventing violence was harder to enforce effectively.

Answer:

B. Prevent acts of violence against former slaves.