Question

Why was the death of Lincoln a blow to Reconstruction?

No one was strong engugh to carry out his plan.
He had used his power to hold control.
No one really understood his plan.
Only the president could carry out reconstruction,
PLEASE EXPLAIN HOW IT IS THE ANSWER (?)

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

After Lincoln’s death, Johnson’s plan for Reconstruction:

was based on the Republican plan. <--wrong

was seen as lenient, like Lincoln’s.

strengthened his ties with Congress.

showed his bias against the South.

Answer 2

Only the leadership of Lincoln could Reconstruction happen!