. Which of the following statements is true of the Voting Rights Act of 1965?
a. It required municipalities to seek Texas government approval before redistricting.
b. It abolished the white primary system and introduced poll tax.
c. It gave women voting rights and greater participative powers in elections.
d. It protected minorities from discrimination in the registration or voting process.
Answer: D
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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What will be an ideal response?
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