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Standard "1.0 Civics," Indicator "1.2.2"
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| SELECTED MAJOR CIVIL RIGHTS LEGISLATION | ||
| Year | Legislation | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1963 | Equal Pay Act | Forbids wage discrimination based on race, sex, color, religion, or national origin |
| 1964 | Civil Rights Act | Forbids discrimination in public places, employment, federally funded programs, and schools |
| 1972 | Higher Education Act | Forbids discrimination on the basis of gender in universities and colleges which receive federal aid |
| 1990 | Americans with Disabilities Act | Forbids discrimination in employment, transportation, and public accommodations against people with physical or mental disabilities |
A person's request for a permit to open a florist shop in her basement was denied because the only access to the entrance is a flight of stairs.
Which act could be the basis for the denial of the permit?
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Which of these rights of a suspect is protected by the Miranda v. Arizona decision?
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Which of these best describes why the government often requires the construction of wheelchair ramps in certain types of buildings?
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Which of these best describes a goal of affirmative action legislation?
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Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 requires that all schools receiving federal funds give male and female students equal opportunities in instruction and extracurricular activities.
Which situation is in violation of this legislation?
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"No [business] shall discriminate against a qualified individual with a disability . . . in regard to job application procedures, the hiring, advancement, or discharge [firing] of employees . . . "
Americans with Disabilities Act, 1990
The Americans with Disabilities Act is an example of a government action taken to
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Congress passed a law that requires states to make voting aids or individual assistance available to the disabled and the elderly.
Which of these is most likely a result of this law?
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Which of these was the main goal of the federal government when it began affirmative action programs?
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For over 150 years, the state of Virginia operated an all-male college called the Virginia Military Institute (VMI). In 1990, the United States government sued the state of Virginia at the request of a female high school student seeking admission to VMI. The Supreme Court ruled that VMI had to admit women who could meet the physical and other requirements.
Which of these statements best explains the reason for the decision in this case?
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For over 150 years, the state of Virginia operated an all-male college called the Virginia Military Institute (VMI). In 1990, the United States government sued the state of Virginia at the request of a female high school student seeking admission to VMI. The Supreme Court ruled that VMI had to admit women who could meet the physical and other requirements.
Which of these principles of law most likely influenced the Supreme Court's decision?
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"No [business] shall discriminate against a qualified individual with a disability . . . in regard to job application procedures, the hiring, advancement, or discharge [firing] of employees. . . . "
from the Americans with Disabilities Act, 1990
Based on the excerpt, the Americans with Disabilities Act is most concerned with
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In 1990, the United States government sued the state of Virginia at the request of a female student seeking admission to the all-male Virginia Military Institute (VMI). The Supreme Court ruled that VMI must admit women who meet the college's admission requirements.
Which issue was addressed by the Supreme Court in this case?
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Discrimination occurs when the civil rights of an individual are denied or interfered with because of his or her membership in a particular group or class.
Which of these demonstrates an action that would fight discrimination?
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“It shall be an unlawful employment practice for any employer [or] labor organization . . . to discriminate against any individual because of race, color, religion, sex or national origin . . . ”
The Civil Rights Act of 1964
Based on the excerpt, what is one way the Civil Rights Act of 1964 helps minority groups?
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In 1988, Congress passed a law authorizing the payment of $20,000 to each Japanese American placed in relocation camps during World War II.
This law is an example of Congress
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"No [business] shall discriminate against a qualified individual with a disability . . . in regard to job application procedures, the hiring, advancement, or discharge [firing] of employees. . . . "
—from the Americans with Disabilities Act, 1990
Based on the excerpt, the Americans with Disabilities Act is most concerned with
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Read the information below.
For over 150 years, the state of Virginia operated an all-male college called the Virginia Military Institute (VMI). In 1990, the United States government sued the state of Virginia at the request of a female high school student seeking admission to VMI. The Supreme Court ruled that VMI had to admit women who could meet the physical and other requirements.
Which of these statements best explains the reason for the decision in this case?
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Read the information below.
For over 150 years, the state of Virginia operated an all-male college called the Virginia Military Institute (VMI). In 1990, the United States government sued the state of Virginia at the request of a female high school student seeking admission to VMI. The Supreme Court ruled that VMI had to admit women who could meet the physical and other requirements.
Which of these principles of law most likely influenced the Supreme Court's decision?
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What is the main purpose of affirmative action policies?
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The federal government sets a limit on the number of individuals who can receive temporary visas [permits] to immigrate to the United States as seasonal workers.
What is the most likely effect this policy will have on Maryland businesses that employ workers on a seasonal basis?
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The Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibited discrimination based on race, religion, national origin, or gender.
Which of these would be a violation of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
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When a person is denied a job on the basis of race, gender, or religion, it is considered a violation of