Civil Rights Milestones From the March on Washington to the Voting Rights Act

The video discusses the 1963 March on Washington, highlighting its role in the civil rights movement. It led to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which aimed to eliminate discrimination based on gender, race, color, or national origin. The video also covers the Voting Rights Act of 1965, which protected voting rights and removed barriers like literacy tests. These acts are pivotal in ensuring equal rights and continue to be relevant today.

What was the primary purpose of the March on Washington in August 1963?

• To celebrate President Kennedy's election

• To demand civil rights legislation

• To protest against the Vietnam War

• To support economic reforms

Which U.S. President was initially involved in the civil rights movement as part of his presidency?

• Dwight D. Eisenhower

• John F. Kennedy

• Richard Nixon

• Lyndon B. Johnson

What did Congress aim to address with the Civil Rights Act of 1964?

• Economic inequality

• Healthcare reform

• Discrimination based on gender, race, color, or national origin

• Environmental protection

Which federal agency was established to enforce the rights outlined in the Civil Rights Act of 1964?

• Environmental Protection Agency

• Federal Trade Commission

• Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

• Federal Communications Commission

What was a significant outcome of the March on Washington?

• The passage of the Civil Rights Act

• The start of the Vietnam War

• The end of the Cold War

• The signing of the Paris Agreement

What barriers did the Voting Rights Act of 1965 aim to remove?

• Trade tariffs

• Immigration quotas

• Literacy tests and other voting obstacles

• Economic sanctions

What was a key focus of the protests following the March on Washington?

• Voting rights

• Healthcare reform

• Economic policy

• Environmental protection

Why is the Voting Rights Act of 1965 still relevant today?

• It regulates international trade

• It ensures the right to vote without discrimination

• It provides healthcare benefits

• It addresses climate change

What year was the Voting Rights Act passed?

• 1966

• 1963

• 1965

• 1964