Question

What does the court say concerning the status of "free" blacks living in the United States? A) They have the same rights as any other "free" people, and are full citizens. B) They have the same rights as any other "free" people, but are not properly citizens. C) They are citizens, but don't have the full rights granted to other citizens. D) They are not citizens, and have no right to petition the court. Eliminate

Answer 1

is this during the reconstruction period if so the blacks would be considered citizens but would not be receiving the same rights as other citizens because of black codes.

Answer 2

D) They are not citizens, and have no right to petition the court.

Step-by-step explanation:

Slaves and the Courts, 1740-1860, presents handouts and books recording lawful cases contended in courts in the United States and Great Britain on the issue of servitude. Included are records and investigations of cases and the court choices for these cases, contentions from cases, and procedures.