Asked by Valene Canizares on Apr 28, 2024
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In the early republic, free black men could vote
A) under no circumstances unless authorized by Congress.
B) if they met tax and property requirements, in all states except Virginia, South Carolina, and Georgia
C) only in New York and New Jersey, if they met tax and property requirements.
D) only if they had fought in the Continental army.
E) only if they were Anglican Protestants.
Free Black Men
African American males who were legally recognized as free persons, not subjected to slavery, historically significant before the abolition of slavery in the United States.
Tax Requirements
The legal obligations for individuals and entities to file tax returns and pay taxes to federal, state, or local governments, as applicable.
- Understand the voting rights of free black men in the early republic and how these rights varied by state.
Verified Answer
LV
Lucas VenegasMay 02, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
In the early republic, free black men could vote if they met certain tax and property requirements. This was the case in some states, but not universally across all states. Virginia, South Carolina, and Georgia were exceptions where free black men were generally not allowed to vote, reflecting the variations in voting rights based on state laws during this period.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the voting rights of free black men in the early republic and how these rights varied by state.