Reconstruction Timeline: The 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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This worksheet guides students through the key events related to the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments during the Reconstruction era in American history, focusing on timeline creation and understanding important legislative changes.

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Reconstruction Timeline: The 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments

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Reconstruction Timeline and Amendments

The Reconstruction era (1865–1877) was a critical period in American history, marked by efforts to rebuild the South and ensure rights for formerly enslaved people. Key legislation includes the 13th Amendment (abolishing slavery), the 14th Amendment (granting citizenship and equal protection), and the 15th Amendment (voting rights for all male citizens regardless of race). Understanding the sequence and impact of these laws helps us appreciate their role in shaping modern America.

Source A: Excerpt from the Congressional Record, 1865

'The 13th Amendment shall abolish slavery throughout the United States, ensuring liberty for all.' Provenance: Official government record from Congress, 1865.

1.
Outline the sequence of the key amendments during Reconstruction and their main purpose. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Explain how the 13th Amendment changed American society. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
3.
Compare the main aims of the 14th and 15th Amendments. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
4.
Analyse the impact of the 14th Amendment on American society in the years following its ratification. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
5.
Write a brief timeline of the key events related to the amendments during Reconstruction. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
6.
Explain why the amendments were significant for the future of civil rights in America. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
7.
Compare the immediate effects of the 13th and 15th Amendments. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
8.
Outline the challenges faced in implementing the amendments during Reconstruction. (4 marks)
[4 marks]

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1/1/2026
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