Which statement describes the purpose of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?

A.

to end discrimination in public facilities and employment

B.

to guarantee voting rights for African Americans and other minorities

C.

to provide aid to low-income families to pay for food and shelter

D.

to offer assistance with medical expenses to senior citizens

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Sebastian Huang

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10 May, 12:44

Which statement describes the purpose of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?

A.

to end discrimination in public facilities and employment

B.

to guarantee voting rights for African Americans and other minorities

C.

to provide aid to low-income families to pay for food and shelter

D.

to offer assistance with medical expenses to senior citizens

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Ramon Schmitt · Answer 1

The answer is A. to end discrimination in public facilities and employment. The Civil Rights Act of 1964 outlawed these forms of discrimination against sex, race, gender, religion, and other factors.