MCAP Review 7: Equal Protection
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Social Studies
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10th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When a person is denied a job on the basis of race, gender, or religion, it is considered a violation of
Back
Equal protection
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the main purpose of affirmative action policies?
Back
to promote equal opportunities
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which government action contributed most to this fine? Options: The ratification of a constitutional amendment banning racial discrimination, The enactment of a local law designed to promote economic equity, The passage of legislation (a law) protecting the rights of individuals with disabilities
Back
The passage of legislation (a law) protecting the rights of individuals with disabilities
Answer explanation
This refers to the Americans with Disabilities Act, which says public places must be accessible.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What was the most likely goal of President Truman's Executive Order 9981 issued on July 26, 1948, establishing equality of treatment and opportunity in the armed services?
Back
To protect the rights of citizens
Answer explanation
He wanted to protect the equal rights of citizens by stopping discrimination against people of color.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which of these would be a violation of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
- Forming women’s rights organizations
- Opening minority owned businesses
- Operating segregated restaurants
- Lobbying political officials
Back
Operating segregated restaurants
Answer explanation
Segregation is when the law separates people based on race.
Segregation is now illegal because of this 1964 law.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What was the main purpose of this legislation (law)?
Back
To help ensure women receive equal treatment in school activities
Answer explanation
The goal of this law was to stop discrimination against girls, not to hurt boys, or give girls an unfair advantage.
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