AP US Historyeasymcq1 pt
The Emancipation Proclamation (1863):
A.Freed all enslaved people in the United States
B.Ended the Civil War
C.Freed enslaved people only in Confederate-held territory
D.Granted voting rights to African Americans
Explanation
Core Concept
The Emancipation Proclamation declared freedom for enslaved people only in states "in rebellion"—areas under Confederate control. It did not free enslaved people in border states that remained in the Union.
Correct Answer
CFreed enslaved people only in Confederate-held territory
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