Question

The 14th amendment was part of a series of laws that?

1) abolished slavery
2) ensured the civil rights of african americans
3) instituted prohibition
4) gave women the right to vote

Answer 1

The 14th amendment was part of a series of laws after the Civil War that granted citizenship to African Americans and ensured equal protection under the law.

Step-by-step explanation:

The 14th amendment was part of a series of laws that included the 13th and 15th Amendments and were ratified after the Civil War to extend civil rights and liberties to former slaves. The 14th Amendment granted citizenship to African Americans and ensured equal protection under the law regardless of race or color. It also prevented states from depriving their residents of life, liberty, or property without a legal proceeding.