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Reconstruction in Georgia — Cumulative exam

Question 4 • CCPS Georgia Studies 8 (45.00900) YL IC

On February 24, 1868, President Andrew Johnson was impeached by

Answer
A
the US Senate.
B
the House of Representatives.
C
the Supreme Court.
D
the readmitted Southern states.

Explanation

The House of Representatives has the constitutional power to impeach a president, meaning it formally brings charges. The Senate then holds the trial. On February 24, 1868, the House impeached Andrew Johnson, so the correct choice is the House of Representatives.

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