20th Century Virginia and Beyond

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People moved from rural to urban areas of Virginia for economic reasons, which caused--

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The growth of cities

Front

What policy did Virginia's government pass to prevent the integration of schools?

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Massive Resistance

Front

Which branch of government is made up of the Virginia Senate and Virginia House of Delegates?

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Legislative

Front

What happened as a result of the Supreme Court case Brown v. Board of Education?

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"Separate but equal" schools were declared unconstitutional.

Front

The _______ industry thrives when people travel to visit Virginia and its sites.

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tourism

Front

What is the role of the Executive branch?

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Carry out laws

Front

Which region includes coal mining as its major industry? Options: Piedmont, Valley and Ridge, Blue Ridge, Appalachian Plateau

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Appalachian Plateau

Front

What word is defined as "the ending of racial separation"?

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Desegregation

Front

Which branch of government decides cases about whether or not a law was broken?

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Judicial

Front

What event occurred in 1920?

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The 19th Amendment gave women the right to vote