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Lesson 28 of 84 · Rights and Responsibilities
The Voting Rights Act of 1965
The Voting Rights Act (1965) banned practices like literacy tests and poll taxes that prevented African Americans from voting. It was a direct Civil Rights Movement achievement.
Key Facts
1
Human rights belong to everyone.
2
Rights come with responsibilities.
3
People have fought to expand rights.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2Why do we study history?