Question

what was the purpose of the enforcement acts?
a. the acts made it a federal offense to interfere with a citizens right to vote.
b. the acts prohibited ku klux klan meetings.
c. the acts ordered a company of marines to protect african american voters.
d. the acts mandated hearings at which black politicians and others could speak out.

Explanation:

The Enforcement Acts (1870-1871) were federal laws passed during Reconstruction to combat violence and intimidation against African American voters. Their core purpose was to criminalize interference with the right to vote, which was protected by the 15th Amendment. Options B, C, and D describe either non-existent provisions or secondary, non-core actions related to broader Reconstruction efforts, not the main purpose of the acts.

Answer:

A. The acts made it a federal offense to interfere with a citizen's right to vote.