HSY2601
ASSIGNMENT 4
SEMESTER 2 2024
ANSWERS
, HSY2601 SEMESTER 2
Assessment 4
Topic 1: Race
Inequitable Relationships Between Black and White Americans in the 19th Century:
The Impact of Abolition
In the United States, the 19th century was characterized by profound social and
political change, especially in the area of racial relations. After the Civil War, slavery
was abolished, which was a significant turning point that gave African Americans
legal rights and the appearance of liberation. The reality of racial relations in the US
after 1865, however, was defined by persistent oppression and inequity. Long into
the 20th century, a complex interaction of political, social, and economic variables
underpinned the dynamics of these unequal ties.
Context of History
It is essential to acknowledge the historical background that influenced the unequal
relationships between Black and White people in the post-abolition age in order to
comprehend these relationships. A deeply ingrained racial hierarchy based on the
dehumanization of Black people was established during slavery. These deeply
ingrained cultural beliefs persisted even after slavery was abolished. Rather, it led to
ASSIGNMENT 4
SEMESTER 2 2024
ANSWERS
, HSY2601 SEMESTER 2
Assessment 4
Topic 1: Race
Inequitable Relationships Between Black and White Americans in the 19th Century:
The Impact of Abolition
In the United States, the 19th century was characterized by profound social and
political change, especially in the area of racial relations. After the Civil War, slavery
was abolished, which was a significant turning point that gave African Americans
legal rights and the appearance of liberation. The reality of racial relations in the US
after 1865, however, was defined by persistent oppression and inequity. Long into
the 20th century, a complex interaction of political, social, and economic variables
underpinned the dynamics of these unequal ties.
Context of History
It is essential to acknowledge the historical background that influenced the unequal
relationships between Black and White people in the post-abolition age in order to
comprehend these relationships. A deeply ingrained racial hierarchy based on the
dehumanization of Black people was established during slavery. These deeply
ingrained cultural beliefs persisted even after slavery was abolished. Rather, it led to
