Why would the withdrawal of federal protection be considered a failure of
Reconstruction in South Carolina?

A. Federal protection had served to ensure the safety and rights of African
Americans in South Carolina.

B. In South Carolina, withdrawal of federal protection led to a loss of citizenship for
African Americans.

C. As federal protection was withdrawn in South Carolina, African Americans were
required to leave the state.

D. African Americans in South Carolina lost all property rights because of the
withdrawal of federal protection.