Question

Why did most Southern states enact the Black Codes after the Civil War?

A:to support the Freedman's Bureau
B:to restrict the rights of former slaves
C:to support the 13th, 14th, and 15th amendments
D:to restrict the political appointments of former confederates

Answer 1

B: to restrict the rights of former slaves

Answer 2

Step-by-step explanation:

Southern states enacted black codes after the Civil War to prevent African Americans from achieving political and economic autonomy.