Question

guided practice
the end of reconstruction
how did the close of reconstruction affect the federal government?
a. the balance of power between federal and state governments was restored.
b. the federal government exerted more power over the states.
c. the supreme court was now more powerful than the legislative branch.
d. congress continued to become more powerful by consistently overruling the president.

Explanation:

After Reconstruction ended, federal troops withdrew from Southern states, allowing states to regain more autonomy. This reversed the period of strong federal control during Reconstruction, restoring the pre-war balance of power dynamics between the federal government and state governments. Options B, C, and D do not align with the historical outcome of Reconstruction's end.

Answer:

A. The balance of power between federal and state governments was restored.