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Flashcards on Civil Rights Act of 1964
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What was the purpose of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
To end segregation and ensure equal rights for all individuals.
When was the Civil Rights Act of 1964 signed into law?
July 2, 1964
Who signed the Civil Rights Act of 1964 into law?
President Lyndon B. Johnson
What did the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ban?
Discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
Which movement played a significant role in the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
Civil Rights Movement
What is the significance of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
It is considered one of the most important pieces of civil rights legislation in U.S. history.
Did the Civil Rights Act of 1964 address voting rights?
No, the Voting Rights Act of 1965 addressed voting rights.
Which Supreme Court case influenced the passing of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
Brown v. Board of Education
What is Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
It prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
How did the Civil Rights Act of 1964 impact public facilities?
It prohibited segregation in public places, such as restaurants, hotels, and theaters.
What did the Civil Rights Act of 1964 establish?
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
Did the Civil Rights Act of 1964 end all forms of discrimination?
No, it was a major step forward but discrimination still exists.
What role did Martin Luther King Jr. play in the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
He was a prominent leader and advocate for civil rights who influenced public opinion and pushed for its passage.
Which political party largely supported the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
Democratic Party
Were there any amendments made to the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
Yes, subsequent amendments have been made to expand its coverage and address additional discrimination issues.
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What did the Civil Rights Act of 1964 aim to achieve?
Legalize segregation
End segregation and ensure equal rights
Promote discrimination
Encourage racial inequality
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Who signed the Civil Rights Act of 1964 into law?
President Lyndon B. Johnson
President John F. Kennedy
President Richard Nixon
President Ronald Reagan
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When was the Civil Rights Act of 1964 signed into law?
June 19, 1964
July 2, 1964
August 28, 1963
April 4, 1968
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What did the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ban?
Discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin
Discrimination based on political affiliation
Discrimination based on age
Discrimination based on socioeconomic status
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Which movement influenced the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
Civil Rights Movement
Women's Suffrage Movement
Labor Rights Movement
Environmental Movement
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What is the significance of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
One of the most important pieces of civil rights legislation in U.S. history
A minor amendment to existing laws
Irrelevant to the progress of civil rights
Limited in scope and impact
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Did the Civil Rights Act of 1964 address voting rights?
Yes, it included provisions for ensuring voting rights
No, the Voting Rights Act of 1965 addressed voting rights
It only addressed voting rights for certain demographics
Voting rights were outside the scope of the act
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Which Supreme Court case influenced the passing of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
Brown v. Board of Education
Roe v. Wade
Miranda v. Arizona
Marbury v. Madison
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What is Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
Prohibition of employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin
Provision for affirmative action policies
Provisions for disability accommodations
Protection against age discrimination
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How did the Civil Rights Act of 1964 impact public facilities?
It prohibited segregation in public places, such as restaurants, hotels, and theaters
It enforced strict dress codes in public spaces
It introduced discriminatory practices in public facilities
It had no impact on public facilities
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