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Social Movements and Equal Protection

James Wright

James Wright

8 min read

Study Guide Overview

This study guide covers social movements and civil rights in the US, focusing on their goals, examples (Civil Rights, Women's Suffrage, LGBTQ+), and governmental responses. It details key legislation like the Voting Rights Act and Title IX, landmark cases like Brown v. Board of Education, and the Equal Protection Clause. The guide also includes practice questions and exam tips.

Question 1 of 14

What is the core concept of a social movement? ๐Ÿค”

Individual acts of protest

Organized efforts to transform social norms

Government-led policy changes

Random acts of civil disobedience