Question

Which of the following was NOT a part of the Compromise of 1877? a) the appointment of a Southern Democrat to the Cabinet b) the North would withdraw the military within 5 years c) federal funds for southern transportation improvement d) the South could now handle its own racial issues

Answer 1

The answer is b

Step-by-step explanation:

The terms of the compromise indicated, if the Southern Democrats would agree to the election of President Hayes, Republicans would withdraw the Federal troops. The terms of agreement indicated that the withdrawal would have immediate effect. In 1877 the Southern Democrats accepted the terms of the compromise and the Republicans withdrew the troops within two months.