The Voting Rights Act of 1965
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The Voting Rights Act of 1965

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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?

  • 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?

  • 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  • It has been repealed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?

    <p>It aimed to combat racial discrimination in voting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the Voting Rights Act?

    <p>To combat racial discrimination in voting</p> Signup and view all the answers

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