Question

Fading support for Reconstruction was caused in part by
Ulysses S. Grant’s election to a second term in office.
a Democratic candidate becoming president in 1868.
accusations of bribery against the Grant administration.
Republican attacks on African American voting rights.

Answer 1

Answer:

D

Explanation:

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Answer 2

b) accusations of bribery against the Grant administration.

Explanation:

• In the civil war Grant, ambitious and committed leader, was given command of all the U.S. forces, an . He became national hero after the war and in 1868 he was elected as president by the Republicans.
• Grant 's administration focused mainly on reconciliation, focusing on reconciling North and South and seeking to protect the human rights of the  newly freed slaves (blacks).
• While Grant was morally trustworthy, his colleagues were dishonest and numerous controversies defamed his presidency. Ulysses Grant 's office was characterized by scandal and corruption, although he was not involved or benefited from the misdeeds of some of his appointees/associates.