The Great Society - AP U.S. History

What program was established to support the arts and humanities?

The National Endowment for the Arts and Humanities. Twin agencies promoting cultural development through grants and educational programs.
Identify one cultural initiative from the Great Society.

The National Endowment for the Arts. Federal support for artists and cultural institutions to promote American arts.
What was the goal of the Great Society's educational reforms?

To increase accessibility and equality in education. Federal funding aimed to reduce educational disparities and promote equal opportunity.
What was the purpose of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act?

To fund primary and secondary education. First major federal education funding, targeting schools serving low-income students.
Identify a key housing initiative from the Great Society.

The Housing Act of 1968. Fair housing legislation prohibiting discrimination and expanding affordable housing.
What was the purpose of the Higher Education Act of 1965?

To fund scholarships and student loans. Made college accessible through federal financial aid and student loan programs.
Identify a healthcare initiative from the Great Society.

Medicare and Medicaid. Twin healthcare programs serving elderly and low-income populations respectively.
Name the legislation aimed at improving the environment during the Great Society.

The Clean Air Act of 1963. First major federal legislation to address air pollution and set emission standards.
What did the Civil Rights Act of 1968 address?

Discrimination in housing. Fair Housing Act expanded civil rights protections to housing and real estate.
Which act focused on improving highway safety?

The Highway Safety Act of 1966. Set federal standards for road safety and vehicle equipment requirements.
Which 1965 act addressed racial discrimination in voting?

The Voting Rights Act of 1965. Enforced 15th Amendment by eliminating literacy tests and discriminatory voting practices.
What did the Immigration Act of 1965 achieve?

Abolished national-origin quotas. Replaced discriminatory quota system with family reunification and skills-based immigration.
Which program aimed to improve transportation infrastructure?

The Department of Transportation Act. Created cabinet-level department to coordinate federal transportation policy and programs.
Which act sought to improve air and water quality?

The Air and Water Quality Act of 1965. Set federal standards for air pollution control and water quality monitoring.
Which Great Society program aimed to provide health services to the poor?

Medicaid. Companion to Medicare, offering healthcare coverage for low-income Americans.
Which act created national standards for automobile safety?

The National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Established federal safety standards and recall authority for automobile manufacturers.
What was the primary goal of the Great Society's war on poverty?

To reduce the poverty rate in the United States. Johnson declared 'unconditional war on poverty' to lift Americans from economic hardship.
What was the purpose of the Food Stamp Act of 1964?

To provide food assistance to low-income families. Established federal food assistance program to address hunger and malnutrition.
Which program was established to provide health insurance to the elderly?

Medicare. Part of Social Security Amendments, providing healthcare for Americans 65 and older.
Which act was enacted to combat urban decay?

The Housing and Urban Development Act of 1965. Created HUD cabinet department and expanded federal housing assistance programs.
What was the focus of the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964?

Combatting poverty through job training and education. Created programs like Job Corps and VISTA to break the cycle of poverty.
Identify the act that aimed to end discrimination in public accommodations.

The Civil Rights Act of 1964. Landmark legislation prohibiting discrimination in employment, education, and public facilities.
Identify one major education initiative from the Great Society.

The Elementary and Secondary Education Act. Federal funding for K-12 education, targeting schools with low-income students.
What did the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 establish?

School breakfast and lunch programs. Federal nutrition programs ensuring children received meals at school.
What was the purpose of the Public Broadcasting Act of 1967?

To establish public television and radio. Created PBS and NPR to provide educational and cultural programming.
Which program aimed to provide preschool education for disadvantaged children?

Head Start. Early childhood education program targeting low-income families to improve school readiness.
What was the primary aim of Lyndon B. Johnson's Great Society?

To eliminate poverty and racial injustice. Johnson's ambitious domestic agenda sought to create an equitable society through federal intervention.
Which program aimed at improving environmental conservation?

The Wilderness Act of 1964. Protected millions of acres from development, preserving natural wilderness areas.
What was the role of the Office of Economic Opportunity?

To administer programs aimed at reducing poverty. Coordinated War on Poverty programs like Head Start and Job Corps.
What was the purpose of the Social Security Amendments of 1965?

To establish Medicare and Medicaid. Added healthcare provisions to existing Social Security system for elderly and poor.
Which act provided funding for public schools?

The Elementary and Secondary Education Act. First major federal education funding, especially targeting disadvantaged schools.
Identify the program that aimed to improve job opportunities for youth.

The Job Corps. Provided job training and education for disadvantaged youth aged 16-21.
Name the program that aimed to provide job training for adults.

The Adult Education Act. Provided literacy and basic education programs for adults lacking formal schooling.
Name the program that offered community-based service opportunities.

Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA). Domestic Peace Corps program placing volunteers in impoverished American communities.
Name the act that provided federal support for urban mass transit.

The Urban Mass Transportation Act. Federal funding for buses, trains, and subway systems in American cities.
Name the initiative that provided legal services to the poor.

Legal Services Corporation. Provided free legal assistance to low-income Americans in civil matters.

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