Question 5 of 10 What was the basic premise of the Civil Rights Act of 1964? A. To enforce Affirmative Action, which requires the hiring of minorities B. To ensure voting rights for women and other minorities C. To guarantee people legal protection from discrimination D. To make people liable for feeling prejudiced against others

The correct answer is C. The basic premise of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was to guarantee people legal protection from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. This landmark legislation aimed to end segregation in public places and banned employment discrimination, thereby promoting equality and civil rights for all individuals.