The main goal of Jim Crow laws was to

protect and secure rights for African Americans.
limit the freedoms and rights of African Americans.
stimulate the Southern economy and help it grow.
prevent the Southern economy from growing too big.

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The main goal of Jim Crow laws was to limit the freedoms and rights of African Americans. These laws enforced racial segregation and discrimination in various aspects of life, including education, housing, employment, and public accommodations, effectively institutionalizing white supremacy and undermining the rights of African Americans in the South.