What could happen to an African American who was trying to register to vote?

B. Told to go outside of Selma to register

A. Denied instantly

C. Granted the right to vote as soon as they could prove residency

D. Die

A. Denied instantly

Historically, African Americans faced many obstacles and discrimination when trying to register to vote, including being denied the right to vote based on their race. This was a common practice during the Jim Crow era in the Southern United States. Additionally, African Americans may have also faced intimidation, violence, and threats if they attempted to register to vote.