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Which discriminatory practices did the Voting Rights Act of 1965 seek to prohibit?
Which discriminatory practices did the Voting Rights Act of 1965 seek to prohibit?
- Voter ID requirements
- Racial profiling
- Literacy tests (correct)
- Campaign finance restrictions
What was the purpose of introducing Federal oversight in areas with a history of voter suppression?
What was the purpose of introducing Federal oversight in areas with a history of voter suppression?
- To ensure fair representation in Congress
- To encourage voter turnout
- To safeguard against discriminatory voting practices (correct)
- To prevent voter fraud
What is the current status of the Voting Rights Act?
What is the current status of the Voting Rights Act?
- It is still in effect
- It is no longer necessary
- It has been amended several times (correct)
- It has been repealed
What is the significance of the Voting Rights Act in US history?
What is the significance of the Voting Rights Act in US history?
What is the main purpose of the Voting Rights Act?
What is the main purpose of the Voting Rights Act?
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