Reconstruction planted the seed of a debate that would dominate the political agenda for the next half century. What was this debate about?

A) gender equality
B) the division between politics and religion
C) the definition of the economic essence of freedom
D) the minimum amount of education necessary to have the right to vote
E) the validity of Native American treaties

Economic Essence

The core or fundamental aspect of an economy, typically referring to its main drivers such as industry, services, or technologies that determine economic health.

Political Agenda

A set of priorities or objectives set by politicians or political parties, often outlining proposed policies and goals.

Reconstruction

The period after the American Civil War when the southern states were reintegrated into the Union and efforts were made to extend civil rights to freed slaves.