Question What led to the beginnings of the civil rights movement during the Progressive Era? (1 point) Responses African Americans faced discrimination and violence. African Americans faced discrimination and violence. African Americans had equal rights but faced discrimination. African Americans had equal rights but faced discrimination. Most white reformers believed African Americans were their equals. Most white reformers believed African Americans were their equals. Most white reformers believed racially-motivated violence was acceptable.

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The correct response is: African Americans faced discrimination and violence.

During the Progressive Era, African Americans were subjected to systemic discrimination, segregation, and violence, which galvanized individuals and organizations to advocate for civil rights and social justice. This laid the groundwork for the civil rights movement.