In 1964, President Lyndon Johnson persuaded Congress to pass the Civil Rights Act, which


1 Point

A.

Outlawed racial discrimination in public places, repealed Jim Crow voting restrictions, and prohibited racial discrimination in government agencies.


B.

Promoted women’s rights to abortions, repealed Native-American treaty restrictions, and gave African-Americans the right to vote.


C.

Gave civil rights to African-Americans and restricted the civil rights of white Americans.


D.

Created land reservations for Native Americans and agreed to protect their rights.