Question

Read the excerpt from the student text. Then answer the question."Congress' civil rights logjam was finally broken in 1957, largely as a result of the pressures brought to bear by the civil rights movement led by Dr. King. Beginning in that year, Congress passed a number of civil rights laws—notably, the Civil Rights Acts of 1957, 1960, 1964, and 1968; the Voting Rights Acts of 1965, 1970, 1975, 1982, and 2006; and Title IX in the Education Amendments of 1972." Which statement best summarizes the cause-and-effect relationship between the civil rights movement and the numerous civil rights laws enacted during the second half of the twentieth century?

Answer 1

The civil rights movement led by Dr. King exerted pressure on Congress, leading to the passage of numerous civil rights laws. This public involvement and activism resulted in legislation like the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

Step-by-step explanation:

The civil rights movement, led by Dr. King, exerted pressure on Congress, resulting in the passage of numerous civil rights laws during the second half of the twentieth century. The movement's protests, marches, and activism raised public awareness about the lack of civil rights for African Americans. This public involvement and protest, along with the work of civil rights groups like CORE and the NAACP, pushed Congress to pass important legislation such as the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

Answer 2

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The civil rights movement was caused by an act that passed