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American History 1968–1980: Civil Rights Progress Flashcards

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This 10-card flashcard set examines the extent to which minorities attained civil rights from 1968 to 1980. It covers the Voting Rights Act's impact, the Civil Rights Act, school desegregation and busing, economic disparities in Black households, and progress among Native Americans and Hispanic Americans. Use it for AP US History review, exam preparation, or discussion prompts in a unit on civil rights and social change.

Subject:
Social Studies
Topic:
History
Grade Level:
12th Grade – College
Updated April 2025

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  • America QCR 5 - 1968-1980 To what extent had minorities attained their civil rights by 1980?
  • Native Americans faced numerous issues, including violations of treaty rights and economic disadvantages, despite some progress in self-determination and federal recognition of their unique sovereignty.
  • America QCR 5 - 1968-1980How did the Voting Rights Act of 1965 impact black Americans?
  • The 1964 Civil Rights Act ended de jure segregation and promoted greater equality in education and employment while forbidding employer discrimination on grounds of race or gender.
  • America QCR 5 - 1968-1980 What effect did the civil rights legislation have on the educational status of African-Americans by 1980?
  • By 1980, the number of African-Americans in Congress had increased but remained disproportionately low, with only 1 per cent of elected officials being black despite constituting over 10 per cent of the population.
  • America QCR 5 - 1968-1980 How did the Supreme Court influence busing for school integration in the North?
  • Despite progress, by 1980, median black household income was only 60 per cent of that of whites, with around 33 per cent of African-Americans living in poverty, and significant unemployment among black youths.
  • America QCR 5 - 1968-1980 How did Hispanic-Americans benefit from civil rights legislation?
  • By 1980, inner-city ghettos remained economically disadvantaged, with poor housing, health issues, and significant crime rates affecting black communities.

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