Question

why were whites in mississippi afraid of african american voting rights?

a. there were fewer african americans than whites in population and
in state government.

b. the u.s. army didnt leave mississippi after 1877.

c. most african americans would support democratic candidates.

d. there were more african americans than whites in population and
in state government.

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: If African Americans were fewer, whites wouldn't be afraid of their voting rights as they wouldn't have enough political power to threaten white dominance. Eliminate A.
• Option B: The U.S. Army's presence after 1877 isn't directly related to whites' fear of African American voting rights in terms of demographic/political power. Eliminate B.
• Option C: The party African Americans supported isn't the main reason for fear; the key is demographic and political power. Eliminate C.
• Option D: If there were more African Americans in population and state government (or the potential to gain more power via voting), whites would fear losing political control. This makes sense.

Answer:

D. There were more African Americans than whites in population and in state government.