Title VII of the Civil Rights Act Quiz
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What does Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 make illegal?

Discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, or sex.

What does the Pregnancy Discrimination Act make illegal?

Discrimination against a woman because of pregnancy, childbirth, or a medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth.

What does Title VII require employers to do?

Reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' sincerely held religious practices, unless it would impose an undue hardship on the employer's business.

What is considered retaliation under Title VII?

<p>Taking adverse action against a person who has complained about discrimination, filed a charge of discrimination, or participated in an employment discrimination investigation or lawsuit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Pregnancy Discrimination Act?

<p>To protect pregnant women from discrimination and ensure they are treated fairly in the workplace.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964

  • Prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, or sex
  • Makes retaliation against individuals who report discrimination or participate in investigations/lawsuits illegal
  • Requires employers to reasonably accommodate employees' sincerely held religious practices, unless it poses an undue hardship on the business

Pregnancy Discrimination Act

  • Amended Title VII to prohibit discrimination against women due to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions
  • Also prohibits retaliation against individuals who report discrimination or participate in investigations/lawsuits

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Test your knowledge on Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 with this quiz! Learn about the laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, and sex. Understand the protections against retaliation for reporting discrimination and participating in investigations or lawsuits.

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