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Describe Lincoln’s plan for reconstruction.
What was the goal of Lincoln’s plan?
Why did moderate republicans in Congress oppose Lincoln’s plan?
What was Lincoln’s philosophy behind his plan for reconstruction?
Why did congress believe they alone had the authority to implement reconstruction?
What were the differences between Lincoln’s plan and the Wade Davis Bill?
What was Lincoln’s reaction to the Wade Davis Bill? How did Lincoln justify his actions?
How did Andrew Johnson’s background shape his philosophy on reconstruction?
Why did Andrew Johnson support emancipation?
Describe Andrew Johnson’s plan for reconstruction.
Why did Congress become disillusioned with President Johnson’s plan?
What was the root of the problem between the President Johnson and Congress?
Why did President Johnson oppose the 14th Amendment?
How did the race riots undermine state autonomy?
Describe the major aspects of Radical Reconstruction.
What was the most underlying problem with Radical Reconstruction?
How did congress attempt to limit presidential authority over reconstruction matters?
Describe the impeachment of President Johnson.
a. Charges brought against him
b. Prosecutor’s case
c. Defense
19. Why did some Republicans not vote for the impeachment of President Johnson?