Question

question 7 of 10
what did jonathan clarkson gibbs do as floridas secretary of state?

a. he fought the influence of the ku klux klan.

b. he broke with radical republicans.

c. he passed restrictions on voting rights.

d. he joined the democratic party.

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Jonathan Clarkson Gibbs, as Florida's secretary of state during Reconstruction, worked to combat the Ku Klux Klan's influence, which aligns with historical records.
• Option B: Gibbs was a Radical Republican, so breaking with them is incorrect.
• Option C: He advocated for voting rights, not restricting them.
• Option D: He was a Republican, not joining the Democratic Party.

Answer:

A. He fought the influence of the Ku Klux Klan.