The Great Society and Its Impacts

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What negative outcome was associated with the Great Society program for African Americans?

Improved healthcare access
Decrease in employment opportunities (correct)
Increased educational opportunities
Greater representation in government

How much funding was distributed through the Economic Opportunity Act for anti-poverty programs?

$4 billion
$3 billion
$1.5 billion
$2.5 billion (correct)

What was one of the major issues in the education system highlighted by President Johnson in 1964?

Access to technology in classrooms
Standardized testing requirements
High dropout rates (correct)
Increase in funding for private schools

What year was Medicare and Medicaid established?

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Which of the following was a claimed benefit of the Great Society, according to President Johnson?

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Flashcards

Great Society impact on voting

The Great Society program expanded African American voting rights and led to school desegregation. However, employment opportunities for African Americans also decreased.

Economic Opportunity Act (EOA)

1964 program to combat poverty, providing job training and support to college students and adults, with substantial funding.

Medicare and Medicaid (1965)

Healthcare programs established in 1965; intended as a 'healthcare revolution,' but costs increased significantly.

Great Society education challenges

The 1964 education system struggled with high dropout rates, overcrowded schools, teacher shortages, poor facilities, and limited high school completion.

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Great Society unintended consequences

While trying to reduce poverty and inequality, the Great Society faced increased costs and ongoing challenges addressing the needs of impoverished Americans, highlighting the complexities of social programs.

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Study Notes

The Great Society and its Effects

Increased African American voting, leading to desegregation of schools
Reductions in employment for African Americans by 34%
Poverty-related problems still unresolved
Office of Economic Opportunity (1965): Coordinated war on poverty
War on Poverty initiatives: job training, and educational programs
Economic Opportunity Act (EOA): provided welfare and job training
Increased poverty among African Americans by 25%
Medicare and Medicaid (1965) improved healthcare
Estimated 19 million Americans gained healthcare coverage by 1966

Educational Reform

High School Graduation Rate Issue: 54 million Americans did not finish high school
School Shortage of Teachers and Buildings: Schools in poor conditions
College Affordability: Graduates could not afford college, impacting access

Johnson's Policies

Johnson declared 'unconditional war on poverty'
Initiatives like work training for individuals from impoverished areas

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This quiz explores the Great Society, focusing on its impact on African American voting rights, the war on poverty, and educational reforms. It examines key initiatives such as Medicare, Medicaid, and the Economic Opportunity Act, along with the challenges faced in education and employment. Test your knowledge about the effects of Johnson's policies on American society.