Question

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why were southerners successful in using literacy tests to keep african
americans from voting?
a. only a limited number of tests were given in each voting area.
b. most african americans were afraid to take the tests.
c. most african americans were too busy working to go to school.
d. most african americans had not learned to read while they were
slaves.

Explanation:

During slavery, African Americans were often prohibited from learning to read. This led to many lacking literacy skills when literacy tests were used as a voting requirement. Options A, B, and C do not address the root cause related to historical denial of education during slavery.

Answer:

D. Most African Americans had not learned to read while they were slaves.