Question

question 16 of 20
how were african american politicians serving in state governments able to
make a lasting difference?

a. they controlled the federal land policy that broke up all the
southern farms.

b. people were more likely to vote for them for state office.

c. they were easier to talk to.

d. they helped write new state constitutions after the civil war.

Explanation:

• Option A: African American politicians in state governments didn't control federal land policy, and breaking up all southern farms is inaccurate.
• Option B: The likelihood of being voted for doesn't directly explain making a lasting difference in governance.
• Option C: Being "easier to talk to" is not a substantive way to make a lasting difference in state government.
• Option D: After the Civil War, African American politicians in state governments helped draft new state constitutions, which had a lasting impact on state governance, rights, and structures.

Answer:

D. They helped write new state constitutions after the Civil War.