Voting Rights and Historical Legislation

The video explores the history of voting rights in the U.S., starting with the end of slavery and the introduction of the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments. It discusses the implementation of Jim Crow laws and various methods used to suppress black voting rights. The Civil Rights Movement led to significant legislative changes, including the Civil Rights Act and the Voting Rights Act, which improved voter turnout. However, recent Supreme Court decisions have posed new challenges, with states enacting laws that may restrict voting access.

Which amendment abolished slavery in the United States?

• 13th Amendment

• 14th Amendment

• 16th Amendment

• 15th Amendment

What was the primary purpose of Jim Crow laws?

• To promote racial equality

• To segregate and disenfranchise black citizens

• To provide equal voting rights

• To abolish poll taxes

Which act banned literacy tests and provided federal oversight of voter registration?

• Civil Rights Act of 1964

• Voting Rights Act of 1965

• 24th Amendment

• 15th Amendment

What was a significant outcome of the 2020 election regarding voter turnout?

• Lowest turnout since 1900

• No change in turnout

• Turnout decreased compared to 2016

• Highest turnout since 1900

What is the purpose of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act?

• To restore elements of the 1965 Voting Rights Act

• To increase poll taxes

• To eliminate the filibuster

• To introduce new voting restrictions