In terms of political power, african americans in the south during reconstruction
a. made great gains by winning political office throughout the south.
b. decided not to participate in government because they felt it wouldn't make a difference.
c. made great gains by winning political office throughout the north.
d. weren't allowed to vote and didn't do well politically.

In terms of political power, African Americans in the South during Reconstruction weren't allowed to vote and didn't do well politically. The correct option among all the options given in the question is option "D". In the South, the main battle was between the Freedman and the planters. There were approximately 3 to 4 million freeman, but the white planters were against giving them power of voting.