Question

how did congressional reconstruction affect newly free african americans in the south? they faced a number of restrictions related to housing and employment. they gained several freedoms and rights except for the right to vote. they gained the right to vote as well as other rights and freedoms. they were forced to move out of the south and relocate to the north.

Explanation:

Congressional Reconstruction aimed to rebuild the South and grant rights to newly - freed African Americans. During this period, African Americans gained several freedoms and rights including the right to vote. They were not forced to move out of the South, and while they did face some restrictions later due to Jim - Crow laws, during Reconstruction they made significant gains in rights.

Answer:

They gained the right to vote as well as other rights and freedoms.