Which institution most helped African American society after the Civil War?

sharecropping

churches

land grants

schools for women

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After the Civil War, churches played a significant role in helping African American society. They served as community centers, providing not only spiritual support but also educational opportunities, social services, and a sense of community and empowerment for newly freed African Americans. While sharecropping, land grants, and schools for women also contributed to the post-war landscape, churches were particularly instrumental in fostering social cohesion and cultural identity during this critical period.