Which of the following statements best summarizes the impact of the Ku Klux Klan?
A. Despite vigorous efforts by the federal government to suppress the Klan, its message of white supremacy took hold throughout much of the South.
B. While it intimidated many blacks on a local basis it had little impact region-wide in the South.
C. Its impact was short-lived due to the Ku Klux Klan Act of 1871.
D. Its only real support among whites was among poor farmers and ex-Confederate soldiers.
Answer: A
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