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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Georgia Politics after Reconstruction

Question 4 • CCPS Georgia Studies 8 (45.00900) YL IC

How did Tom Watson’s opinion on voting rights for African Americans change over time?

Answer
A
He came to believe that all adult African Americans should have the right to vote.
B
He thought that educated African Americans could vote, but others should not.
C
He thought that African American men, but not women, should be able to vote.
D
He came to believe that no African Americans should be allowed to vote.

Explanation

Tom Watson’s views became more hostile over time. Earlier in his career, he supported political rights for African Americans, but later he embraced white supremacy and opposed their voting rights. Thus, the best choice is that he came to believe no African Americans should be allowed to vote.

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