The Legacy of Plessy v
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The Legacy of Plessy v

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Which of the following best describes the impact of Plessy v. Ferguson?

  • It legalized discrimination in a way that is still being fought against today
  • It was the first time race was legalized
  • It established legal segregation throughout the country (correct)
  • It showed that the Supreme Court considered the nationwide effect of its decision
  • What did Plessy v. Ferguson legalize?

  • The nationwide effect of Supreme Court decisions
  • Legal segregation throughout the country (correct)
  • The concept of race
  • Discrimination that is still being fought against today
  • What is one long-lasting consequence of Plessy v. Ferguson?

  • Ongoing fight against legalized discrimination (correct)
  • The establishment of legal segregation
  • The recognition of race as a legal concept
  • The Supreme Court considering the nationwide effect of its decisions
  • What did Plessy v. Ferguson demonstrate about the Supreme Court's decision-making?

    <p>The Supreme Court's consideration of nationwide effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

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