Question

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A primary source from a Georgia legislator in 1865 states, "We must rebuild our state and provide for those who have lost
everything." What does this suggest about the priorities of Georgia's government during Reconstruction?

Georgia refused to rebuild
after the war.

Georgia ignored the needs
of its citizens.

Rebuilding infrastructure
and supporting citizens
were key priorities.

Georgia focused only on
expanding its territory.

Answer 1

Rebuilding infrastructure and supporting citizens were key priorities.

This quote indicates Georgia's government aimed to restore the state and assist people who lost property and livelihoods during the war.