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QuizMultiple Choice

Protesting to Demand Rights

Question 10 • HVA 26-27 IM Contemporary World Problems A

The Selma marches helped lead to which significant event in 1965?

Answer
A
the passage of the Civil Rights Act
B
the Brown v. Board of Education decision
C
the approval of the Voting Rights Act
D
the renewal of the 15th Amendment

Explanation

The 1965 Selma marches drew national attention to barriers that prevented Black Americans from voting. In response, Congress passed the Voting Rights Act of 1965, which aimed to protect voting rights. The correct choice is the approval of the Voting Rights Act.

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