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A quick definition of literacy test:

A literacy test is a test that checks if someone can read and write. It used to be required in some states before someone could register to vote. However, in 1975, Congress made it illegal to use literacy tests for this purpose.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: A literacy test is a test that measures a person's ability to read and write. In the past, some states required people to take a literacy test before they could register to vote. However, this practice was banned by Congress in 1975.

Example: In the past, some states used literacy tests to prevent African Americans from voting. These tests were often unfair and difficult, and many people were unable to pass them even if they were literate. For example, some tests required people to read and interpret complicated legal documents or to write an essay on a difficult topic.

Explanation: The example illustrates how literacy tests were used to discriminate against certain groups of people, particularly African Americans. The tests were often designed to be difficult and unfair, making it difficult for people to pass them even if they were literate. This practice was eventually recognized as a violation of civil rights and was banned by Congress.

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[] baddestbunny
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I said accosted not assaulted
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guys. my notre dame address just went long is this good or bad
1a2b3c4d26z
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Oooooo me too
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omg is this good or bad
Dkk
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Idk if gender roles are gunna fix that then.
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it looks like most people who applied in october last cycle didn't get a decision until january... does it even mean anything that our addresses went long??
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reporting live to say my ndls address also went long
does it mean anything ^
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NDLS and Fordham took a very long time last year. It's good info for people to know.
[] baddestbunny
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also jazzy my ndls address went long ages ago i sadly do not think it means anything
my stanford address also went long LOL i think at most it's an indicator it's under review
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