Which statement describes a goal of radical republicans during reconstruction ? a. expanding suffrage to women
b. readmitting states to the union
c. protecting the rights of african americans
d. increasing the power of state governments

The correct answer is C. A goal of the Radical Republicans during Reconstruction was protecting the rights of African Americans.

Explanation:

The Radical Republicans were a faction within the Republican Party, which existed from 1854 to 1877. This informal association of Republican senators and Representatives determined policy during the final phase of the Civil War and the period of Reconstruction that followed. The main concerns of the Radical Republicans were the abolition of slavery, extensive civil rights for the liberated African Americans, and severe punishment of the leaders and supporters of the Confederate States. The Radical Republicans opposed the policies of the conservative Democrats in particular and were in part critical of the moderate Republicans (such as President Abraham Lincoln).

in 1803 the louisiana purchase took place, doubling the size of the country. by 1840 almost 7 million americans had migrated westward in hopes of securing land and being prosperous. the belief that settlers were destined to expand to the west is often referred to as manifest destiny.

explanation:

d) a constitutional amendment