9
QuizMultiple Choice

Extending Civil Rights for All Citizens

Question 9 • SSHS IUS002 US History II

Affirmative action programs are designed to __________.

Answer
A
increase minority and female presence in college and certain professional environments
B
prosecute victims of hate crimes based on race or gender
C
steer more people towards trade schools and two-year colleges
D
single out suspects based on skin color

Explanation

Affirmative action programs aim to improve access and representation for groups that have faced discrimination or been underrepresented. In this example, that means increasing the presence of minorities and women in colleges and certain professional environments. The other choices describe unrelated actions, such as prosecuting hate-crime victims or steering students toward particular schools.

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