Political violence in Alabama in 1874 against blacks is symptomatic of what aspect of Reconstruction?
A) the origins of Reconstruction policy
B) the success of Reconstruction policy
C) the secession of the southern states from Union domination
D) the redemption of the southern states from Republican rule
Answer: D
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A) True B) False
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