Question

What was a goal of the Freedman's Bureau? A. To allow for the ending of slavery in the North B. To compensate former slaveowners for their recently freed slaves C. To free slaves still held in the South D. To help former slaves succeed in post-Civil War America

Answer 1

The correct answer is D) To help former slaves succeed in post -Civil War America.

This federal agency was made to help newly freed slaves in several different ways. This includes
1) Providing housing/shelter for former slaves who were now free and had nowhere to live.

2) Provide food/resources.

3) Provide medical aid and treatment for individuals who needed it.

4) Create institutions (like schools) to help African-Americans improve their status in American society.