How were former slaves affected by the post-Civil War amendments? (1 point)
They became a powerful political force in the North because of their voting rights.
They immediately received full civil rights in all states.
They were made citizens but did not enjoy the full benefits of citizenship.
They were able to buy the farms on which they had been in service.
They were made citizens but did not enjoy the full benefits of citizenship.
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Former slaves were made citizens but did not enjoy the full benefits of citizenship.
The correct answer is: They were made citizens but did not enjoy the full benefits of citizenship.
To arrive at this answer, we need to understand the impact of the post-Civil War amendments on former slaves. The three relevant amendments are the 13th, 14th, and 15th amendments.
The 13th amendment, ratified in 1865, abolished slavery and involuntary servitude, thereby granting freedom to the slaves. This amendment was significant in ending the institution of slavery.
The 14th amendment, ratified in 1868, granted citizenship to all persons born or naturalized in the United States, including former slaves. It was intended to protect the civil rights of newly freed slaves and ensure equal protection under the law. However, it did not immediately grant them the full benefits of citizenship, as many states continued to implement discriminatory laws known as "Black Codes" that restricted their rights and liberties.
The 15th amendment, ratified in 1870, granted African American men the right to vote, aiming to protect their political rights. This amendment was crucial in giving voice and political power to former slaves. However, it is important to note that while they had the right to vote, they often faced significant obstacles and systemic discrimination, such as literacy tests, poll taxes, and racially motivated violence, preventing them from fully exercising their voting rights.
Considering these amendments, the option "They were made citizens but did not enjoy the full benefits of citizenship" is the correct choice. While they were granted citizenship, former slaves still faced systemic racism and discrimination, limiting their ability to enjoy the full rights and privileges that citizenship should entail.