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Question 1

In Roe v. Wade, the U.S. Supreme Court
 
  a. abrogated the Miranda decision.
  b. invalidated a Texas law that prevented abortion.
  c. established the doctrine of reverse discrimination.
  d. invalidated the Equal Rights Amendment.

Question 2

Why did Phyllis Schlafly oppose the ERA?
 
  a. She wanted the amendment to cover sexual orientation as well.
  b. She wanted specific protections for mothers in the workplace.
  c. She believed it would diminish the rights and status of women.
  d. She believed women's groups should focus on economic rather than political goals.



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