Question

In what way was the Plessy v. Ferguson ruling a reflection of the historical context of the late 19th century? A. It interpreted the due process clause to apply differently to white Americans and African Americans at a time when racial distinctions were stronger than ever. B. It empowered state governments to deal with racial issues at a time when Americans were extremely skeptical of increasing federal power. C. It interpreted racial segregation as acceptable under the equal protection clause at a time when racism was still socially acceptable. D. It challenged southern ideas of white supremacy at a time when northern states were extremely supportive of equal rights for all races.

Answer 1

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Answer 2

The correct answer is C. The ruling in Plessy v. Ferguson was a reflection of the historical context of the late 19th century as it interpreted racial segregation as acceptable under the equal protection clause at a time when racism was still socially acceptable.

Step-by-step explanation:

The ruling in Plessy v. Ferguson of 1896 was a legal decision in the jurisprudence of the Supreme Court of the United States in which it was decided to maintain the constitutionality of racial segregation even in public places (especially in railway networks) under the doctrine of "Separate but equal", which remained in US law until its challenge in 1954 by the ruling in Brown v. Board of Education.