Question

abolition and freedom in the united states
what was the souths response to the abolition of slavery?
many states encouraged the establishment of black - owned businesses and schools.
many states instituted additional protection for the rights of african americans.
many states introduced black codes to limit the freedoms and rights of african americans.

Explanation:

After the abolition of slavery, southern states passed Black Codes to restrict the freedoms and rights of African - Americans, aiming to maintain a system of racial control similar to slavery in some aspects. The other two options about encouraging Black - owned businesses/schools and additional rights protection are not accurate as responses of the South post - slavery abolition.

Answer:

Many states introduced Black Codes to limit the freedoms and rights of African Americans.