Apentix/AP US History/Unit 9: Period 9 (1980-Present)/Question
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The rise of the Moral Majority and allied groups in the late 1970s most directly contributed to

A.the Republican Party's success in attracting socially conservative voters in the 1980 election
B.a decline in voter turnout among white evangelicals
C.the Democratic Party's capture of the Senate in 1980
D.the ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment

Explanation

Core Concept

Evangelical turnout and organization helped Reagan and Republican Senate candidates win in 1980. The religious right became a durable part of the Republican coalition.

Correct Answer

Athe Republican Party's success in attracting socially conservative voters in the 1980 election

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