Which state quickly responded to Lincoln's plan?

Which state quickly responded to Lincoln's plan?

• A. Louisiana
• B. Georgia
• C. Mississippi
• D. South Carolina

Answer: (A)

Understanding Lincoln’s approach to Reconstruction, the plan offered a relatively quick path back to the Union for states that could promptly demonstrate loyalty and acceptance of emancipation. Louisiana moved to organize a loyal state government under that plan and proceed toward readmission faster than the others, which faced more resistance from former Confederate leaders and slower progress in meeting the oath and emancipation requirements. Georgia, Mississippi, and South Carolina struggled longer to establish compliant governments and policies, so their responses lagged behind Louisiana’s.

Understanding Lincoln’s approach to Reconstruction, the plan offered a relatively quick path back to the Union for states that could promptly demonstrate loyalty and acceptance of emancipation. Louisiana moved to organize a loyal state government under that plan and proceed toward readmission faster than the others, which faced more resistance from former Confederate leaders and slower progress in meeting the oath and emancipation requirements. Georgia, Mississippi, and South Carolina struggled longer to establish compliant governments and policies, so their responses lagged behind Louisiana’s.