Asked by Dayna james on May 26, 2024
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Which of the following is true of Lafayette's 1824 visit to the United States?
A) He made a series of speeches supporting the emancipation of slaves.
B) Federalists strongly protested the visit because of Lafayette's connections with the French Revolution.
C) Southern states banned "persons of color" from ceremonies honoring him.
D) He negotiated a trade agreement that demonstrated the rising economic influence of the United States.
E) He came to attend the funeral of his good friend, Thomas Jefferson.
Lafayette's Visit
Refers to the tour of the United States by the Marquis de Lafayette, a French aristocrat and military officer who fought in the American Revolutionary War, celebrated as a hero during his visit in the early 19th century.
Federalists
Members of a political group in the early United States advocating for a strong federal government and the ratification of the Constitution.
Emancipation
The act of being freed from slavery, bondage, or other forms of control or oppression.
- Comprehend the role of key individuals and technologies in the advancement of the market revolution.
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Nakiya RayfordMay 26, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Lafayette's 1824 visit to the United States was marked by widespread adulation and numerous public ceremonies in his honor. However, in some Southern states, there were indeed restrictions placed on the participation of "persons of color" in these ceremonies, reflecting the racial attitudes and policies of the time.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the role of key individuals and technologies in the advancement of the market revolution.