Question

Which of the following was NOT used to keep African Americans from voting?

(a) Literacy tests
(b) Intimidation of the Ku Klux Klan
(c) Poll taxes
(d) 15th Amendment

Answer 1

15th Amendment

Answer 2

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Step-by-step explanation:

Let's analyze each answer choice.

A. Literacy tests

These were used to suppress African American suffrage. Most African Americans didn't have equal educational opportunities, so they couldn't pass these extremely confusing tests.

B. Intimidation of the Ku Klux Klan

This was also used. This group used hate, intimidation, and violence to stop African Americans from voting.

C. Poll taxes

These required citizens to pay a fee before voting. Since African Americans didn't have the same opportunities for jobs and education, they couldn't afford the tax, so they couldn't vote.

D. 15th Amendment

This was not used. This amendment gave African Americans the right to vote. Therefore, this is the best choice because it wasn't used to keep them from voting.