Review- Civil Rights And Reconstruction
What have you learned so far about Civil Rights Movement?
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The Black Codes...
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Asked the Southern states to employ all African Americans
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Asked the Southern states to give an education to all people living in their home state
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Treated African Americans as second class citizens and placed restrictions on daily life
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African Americans were given permission to move to the North to find jobs
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C. Treated African Americans as second class citizens and placed restrictions on daily lifeExplanation
The Black Codes were laws that were enacted in the Southern states after the Civil War. These laws were designed to restrict the rights and freedoms of African Americans and to maintain white supremacy. The Black Codes treated African Americans as second class citizens by imposing harsh restrictions on their daily lives. These restrictions included limiting their employment opportunities, denying them the right to vote, and segregating public spaces. The Black Codes were a way for the Southern states to maintain control and to continue to oppress African Americans even after slavery was abolished.Rate this question:
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Which way were African Americans kept down in the struggle for better rights during Reconstruction?
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Poll Taxes
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Literacy Tests
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Black Codes
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All of the above
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D. All of the aboveExplanation
During Reconstruction, African Americans were kept down in the struggle for better rights through various means. Poll taxes were imposed, requiring individuals to pay a fee in order to vote, which disproportionately affected African Americans who often faced financial hardships. Literacy tests were also implemented, making it difficult for African Americans to exercise their right to vote as they were often denied access to education. Additionally, Black Codes were enacted, imposing strict laws and restrictions on African Americans' freedom and rights. Therefore, all of the options listed - poll taxes, literacy tests, and Black Codes - were ways in which African Americans were kept down during Reconstruction.Rate this question:
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How did the Greensboro 4 impact the Civil Rights Movement?
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Sit ins were eventually staged throughout the South helping to break up the Jim Crow Laws
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Brought national attention to discrimination in the South
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After discrimination was broken up, the African Americans had the ability to have equal purchasing power in the state/national econmoy
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All of the Above
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D. All of the AboveExplanation
The Greensboro 4 impacted the Civil Rights Movement in multiple ways. Firstly, their sit-ins inspired similar protests throughout the South, which played a significant role in dismantling the Jim Crow Laws. Secondly, their actions brought national attention to the discrimination faced by African Americans in the South, raising awareness and support for the Civil Rights Movement. Lastly, as discrimination was gradually broken down, African Americans gained the ability to participate equally in the state and national economy, increasing their purchasing power. Therefore, all of the given options are correct in explaining the impact of the Greensboro 4 on the Civil Rights Movement.Rate this question:
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What famous document begins with the following words, "when in the course of human events it becomes necessary..."
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Mecklenburg Resolves
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Halifax Resolves
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Declaration of Independence
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NC Constitution of 1776
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C. Declaration of IndependenceExplanation
The correct answer is Declaration of Independence. The famous document begins with the words "when in the course of human events it becomes necessary..." This phrase is widely recognized as the opening line of the Declaration of Independence, which was adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. The Declaration of Independence is a foundational document in American history, declaring the thirteen American colonies as independent states and outlining the reasons for their separation from Britain.Rate this question:
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The NC Constitution of 1835 became more undemocratic in what specific way?
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Fewer leaders were elected to political offices
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The governor had complete power in the state and did not face re-election for 5 years
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The people of the west had little power in the government after 1835
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Free African Americans and Native Americans lost the right to vote
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D. Free African Americans and Native Americans lost the right to voteExplanation
The correct answer is that Free African Americans and Native Americans lost the right to vote. This indicates that the NC Constitution of 1835 became more undemocratic by restricting voting rights for these two groups. This change in the constitution limited the democratic participation and representation of these marginalized communities, thereby making the system less inclusive and fair.Rate this question:
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Manifest Destiny: __________________ Trail of Tears: Oklahoma
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Atlantic Ocean
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Missouri River
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Colorado River
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Pacific Ocean
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D. Pacific OceanExplanation
Manifest Destiny was the belief and idea in the 19th century that it was the God-given right and destiny of the United States to expand its territory from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean. This expansion was seen as a way to spread democracy and American values. The Trail of Tears, on the other hand, refers to the forced removal of Native American tribes, particularly the Cherokee, from their ancestral lands in the southeastern United States to present-day Oklahoma. The correct answer, Pacific Ocean, represents the endpoint of the Manifest Destiny expansion, while the Trail of Tears led to the displacement of Native Americans to Oklahoma.Rate this question:
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The Emancipation Proclamation main purpose would be...?
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Declared all slaves to be free in those areas controlled by the Confederacy
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Immediately freed all the slaves in the United States
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Called for an end to the Civil War
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Called for only slaves to be freed in the Northern states
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A. Declared all slaves to be free in those areas controlled by the ConfederacyExplanation
The correct answer is "declared all slaves to be free in those areas controlled by the Confederacy." The Emancipation Proclamation was a presidential proclamation issued by Abraham Lincoln during the American Civil War. Its main purpose was to declare that all slaves in the Confederate states were to be set free. It did not immediately free all the slaves in the United States, nor did it call for an end to the Civil War or only for the freeing of slaves in the Northern states.Rate this question:
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What is the main idea expressed in the Gettysburg Address?
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The war must end quickly because causalities are too high
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All men are equal
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Slavery should end
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The war should continue- total war was announced
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B. All men are equalExplanation
The main idea expressed in the Gettysburg Address is that all men are equal. This is evident in the speech when Abraham Lincoln states, "Four score and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent, a new nation, conceived in Liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal." Lincoln emphasizes the importance of equality and the need to preserve it, which was a central theme of the address.Rate this question:
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The Bill of Rights protected the...
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3 branches of government
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Freedoms of individual citizens
- C.
Powers of the president
- D.
System of checks and balances
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B. Freedoms of individual citizensExplanation
The Bill of Rights protected the freedoms of individual citizens. The Bill of Rights is the first ten amendments to the United States Constitution, and it guarantees certain rights and liberties to every American citizen. These rights include freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition, as well as the right to bear arms, the right to a fair trial, and protection against unreasonable searches and seizures. The Bill of Rights was added to the Constitution to ensure that the government respects and protects the individual rights and freedoms of its citizens.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is an example of segregation?
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Refusing to ride on city bus
- B.
Forcing African Americans to attend different schools other than whites
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Taking lands from Native Americans
- D.
Leading a rally for African American voters
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B. Forcing African Americans to attend different schools other than whitesExplanation
The correct answer is forcing African Americans to attend different schools other than whites. This is an example of segregation because it involves the separation of individuals based on their race or ethnicity, specifically in the context of education. Segregation was a discriminatory practice in the United States that was prevalent during the Jim Crow era, where African Americans were systematically denied equal access to public facilities, including schools, and were instead forced to attend separate, inferior institutions.Rate this question:
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Rosa Parks protested the law that...
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Prevented African Americans from riding the same buses
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Prevented African Americans from riding city buses
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Refused African Americans the right to attend school with white students
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Required African Americans and whites to sit in separate sections of city buses
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D. Required African Americans and whites to sit in separate sections of city busesExplanation
Rosa Parks protested the law that required African Americans and whites to sit in separate sections of city buses. This law enforced racial segregation and denied African Americans the right to sit wherever they pleased on public transportation. Parks' refusal to give up her seat to a white passenger on a bus in Montgomery, Alabama, sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott and became a significant event in the Civil Rights Movement. Her act of defiance brought attention to the injustice of segregation and played a crucial role in the fight for equal rights.Rate this question:
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Marches, sit-ins, and boycotts are examples of...
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Civil rights
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Massive resistance
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Nonviolent forms of protest
- D.
Freedom events
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C. Nonviolent forms of protestExplanation
Marches, sit-ins, and boycotts are all examples of nonviolent forms of protest. These actions involve peaceful demonstrations and acts of resistance to bring attention to social or political issues and advocate for change. Nonviolent protests aim to create awareness, generate public support, and put pressure on those in power without resorting to violence or aggression. These methods have been widely used throughout history by various civil rights movements to challenge injustice and promote equality and justice.Rate this question:
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The Civil Rights Act of 1964...
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Organized voter drives to bring out the African American vote
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Made segregation illegal in the US and forbid unequal treatment
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Created a form of nonviolent resistance for the Greensboro sit in
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Organized the Freedom Riders
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B. Made segregation illegal in the US and forbid unequal treatmentExplanation
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 made segregation illegal in the US and forbid unequal treatment. This landmark legislation was a major step towards ending racial discrimination and ensuring equal rights for all Americans. It prohibited discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin in public places, schools, and employment. The Act also established the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) to enforce its provisions. By outlawing segregation and unequal treatment, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 played a crucial role in advancing the civil rights movement and promoting equality in the United States.Rate this question:
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Which region of NC is the most suitable for farming?
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Piedmont
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Coastal Plain
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Mountains
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Outer Banks
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B. Coastal PlainExplanation
The Coastal Plain region of North Carolina is the most suitable for farming because it has a flat terrain, fertile soil, and a longer growing season compared to the other regions. The region receives ample rainfall and has access to water sources such as rivers and streams, which are essential for irrigation. The moderate climate and longer growing season allow for a wider variety of crops to be grown, including corn, soybeans, tobacco, and cotton. Additionally, the Coastal Plain region has a history of agriculture and farming, with established infrastructure and support systems for farmers.Rate this question:
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What was the main concept of the ruling of Plessy v. Fergsuon in 1896?
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Separate but equal
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Equality for all
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Equality in education
- D.
Freedom for all
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A. Separate but equalExplanation
The main concept of the ruling of Plessy v. Ferguson in 1896 was "separate but equal." This ruling established the legal precedent for racial segregation in public facilities, stating that as long as the facilities were separate but equal, they did not violate the Fourteenth Amendment's guarantee of equal protection under the law. This ruling had a significant impact on the Civil Rights Movement and perpetuated racial discrimination and inequality for many years.Rate this question:
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Poll taxes and literacy tests...
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Kept many African Americans from voting
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Encouraged civil rights leaders
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Helped women to get the right to vote
- D.
Were approved by the Supreme Court
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A. Kept many African Americans from votingExplanation
The correct answer is "kept many African Americans from voting." Poll taxes and literacy tests were used as discriminatory tactics to prevent African Americans from exercising their right to vote. These measures disproportionately affected African Americans, as they were often subjected to stringent requirements and financial burdens that made it difficult for them to participate in the electoral process. These discriminatory practices were later deemed unconstitutional by the Supreme Court.Rate this question:
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Martin Luther King Jr. gained national attention during what key event?
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March on Washington
- B.
Montgomery Bus Boycott
- C.
Brown v. Board of Education Supreme Court case
- D.
Greensboro Sit in
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B. Montgomery Bus BoycottExplanation
Martin Luther King Jr. gained national attention during the Montgomery Bus Boycott. This event was a pivotal moment in the Civil Rights Movement, where African Americans in Montgomery, Alabama, refused to ride the city's buses to protest racial segregation. King emerged as a prominent leader during this boycott, leading the Montgomery Improvement Association and advocating for nonviolent resistance. His involvement and leadership in this successful boycott brought him national recognition and set the stage for his future role as a key figure in the fight for civil rights.Rate this question:
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Freedom Summer was an effort to...
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Invite women into the workforce and find jobs
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Help Native Americans find work and better careers
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Help African American voters in Southern states such as Mississippi
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Minorities in NC
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C. Help African American voters in Southern states such as MississippiExplanation
Freedom Summer was an initiative aimed at assisting African American voters in Southern states, particularly Mississippi. It sought to address the systematic disenfranchisement and discrimination faced by African Americans in their efforts to exercise their right to vote. The project involved voter registration drives, education programs, and the establishment of Freedom Schools to empower African Americans politically and socially. The goal was to challenge racial segregation and inequality, ultimately leading to greater political representation and civil rights for African Americans in the South.Rate this question:
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After WWII, the Holocaust had drawn world wide attention to what horrors?
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Racism
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Segregation
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Massive resistance
- D.
Violent protests
Correct Answer
A. RacismExplanation
The correct answer is racism. After World War II, the Holocaust brought global attention to the horrors of racism. The systematic genocide of millions of Jews by the Nazis during the war highlighted the extreme consequences of racial discrimination and prejudice. This event served as a stark reminder of the dangers and atrocities that can result from racist ideologies and actions.Rate this question:
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Most civil rights protests occurred in what location?
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Washington DC
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The Southern States
- C.
Voting polls
- D.
Supreme Court hearings
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B. The Southern StatesExplanation
The correct answer is the Southern States. This is because during the civil rights movement in the United States, the majority of protests and demonstrations took place in the Southern States, particularly in states like Alabama, Mississippi, and Georgia. These states were known for their deep-seated racial segregation and discrimination, which led to widespread civil rights activism and protests demanding equal rights for African Americans.Rate this question:
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The event known as the "Little Rock Nine" - African American students were admitted to Central High School in Arkansas after...
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The nine students held a sit in at the high school
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Parents protested and took case to the local school board
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President Eisenhower sent in National Guard troops in order to provide safe passage for students into the school
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MLK protested the actions of the school
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C. President Eisenhower sent in National Guard troops in order to provide safe passage for students into the schoolExplanation
President Eisenhower sent in National Guard troops in order to provide safe passage for students into the school. This action was taken to ensure the safety and protection of the African American students, who were facing violent opposition and resistance from white segregationists. By deploying the National Guard, President Eisenhower aimed to uphold the Supreme Court's ruling in Brown v. Board of Education, which declared segregation in schools unconstitutional. The presence of the National Guard helped to maintain order and allow the students to attend Central High School without facing physical harm or intimidation.Rate this question:
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What was the main purpose of the March on Washington?
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Protest for better jobs and freedom
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Protest for better education for all
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Meeting of all the leaders of the movement and he gave a speech there
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None of the above
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A. Protest for better jobs and freedomExplanation
The main purpose of the March on Washington was to protest for better jobs and freedom. This event, which took place on August 28, 1963, was organized by civil rights leaders to advocate for civil and economic rights for African Americans. It was during this march that Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his famous "I Have a Dream" speech, calling for an end to racial discrimination and inequality. The march aimed to bring attention to the need for equal job opportunities and the elimination of racial segregation and discrimination in society.Rate this question:
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What did some Americans conclude about race relations after the violence in Selma Alabama in 1965?
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They were horrified at the violence that was being broadcast on national tv and realized that something needed to be done
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They were aware of the violence and were still undecided what to do about civil rights
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The protest had been a peaceful protest--- the attack on the protest group as they marched was violent and most were shocked by this event
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Both and A and C
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D. Both and A and CExplanation
After witnessing the violence in Selma Alabama in 1965 through national TV broadcasts, some Americans concluded that they were horrified by the violence and realized that immediate action was necessary. Additionally, they were aware that the protest had been peaceful, but the violent attack on the protesters during their march shocked them. Therefore, the correct answer is that some Americans concluded both A and C.Rate this question:
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What event began the Civil Rights Movement?
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Montgomery Bus Boycott in 1955
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Brown v. Board of Education ruling by Supreme Court which began integration of US schools
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Jim Crow laws passed in the South
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Freedom Summer
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B. Brown v. Board of Education ruling by Supreme Court which began integration of US schoolsExplanation
The Brown v. Board of Education ruling by the Supreme Court in 1954 declared that segregation in public schools was unconstitutional. This landmark decision marked a significant turning point in the Civil Rights Movement as it challenged the legal basis for racial segregation and set the stage for the integration of schools across the United States. The ruling paved the way for subsequent civil rights actions and protests, making it a pivotal event in the movement for racial equality.Rate this question:
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What was the main purpose of the Jim Crow Laws in the South?
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Segregation of public places- separate facilities for different groups (restrooms, water fountains, etc)
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Integration of public places
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Punishment of the South for Civil War
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None of the above
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A. Segregation of public places- separate facilities for different groups (restrooms, water fountains, etc)Explanation
The main purpose of the Jim Crow Laws in the South was to enforce segregation of public places, providing separate facilities for different racial groups such as restrooms and water fountains. These laws were implemented to maintain racial hierarchy and uphold white supremacy in the region, by legally separating and discriminating against African Americans. Integration of public places was not the purpose of these laws, and they were not intended as punishment for the South after the Civil War.Rate this question:
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What form of protest was used by the crowd in Little Rock, Arkansas in 1957 - "Little Rock Nine"
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Massive Resistance
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Sit in
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Boycott
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March to freedom of schools
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A. Massive ResistanceExplanation
In 1957, the crowd in Little Rock, Arkansas used the form of protest known as "Massive Resistance". This term refers to the collective efforts made by white segregationists to oppose the desegregation of schools, particularly in the southern United States. In the case of the "Little Rock Nine", a group of nine African American students who were attempting to integrate into an all-white high school, the crowd engaged in acts of resistance such as protests, demonstrations, and even physical intimidation to prevent the students from entering the school. This form of protest was aimed at maintaining racial segregation and opposing the enforcement of desegregation laws.Rate this question:
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The main goal of the Freedom Riders was to...?
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Organize protests in the Southern states after Rosa rode the bus
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They rode buses from Washington to meet King and other leaders of the Civil Rights Movement to set up a huge protest movement for the next school year
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Break up the violence in the South
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groups that rode buses into the Southern states to "test" the federal order to desegregate the bus systems in the South
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D. groups that rode buses into the Southern states to "test" the federal order to desegregate the bus systems in the SouthExplanation
The main goal of the Freedom Riders was to challenge and test the federal order to desegregate the bus systems in the Southern states. They did this by organizing groups to ride buses into the South, intentionally violating the segregation laws in order to provoke a response and bring attention to the issue. Their actions were aimed at exposing and challenging the ongoing racial discrimination and segregation in the bus systems, and ultimately pushing for equality and civil rights for all.Rate this question:
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Why was Ruby Bridges important to the Civil Rights Movement?
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She led a protest for free schools
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She established a precedent in LA that schools should become integrated, by attending a former all white elementary school-- the first year all alone with no one else in her class, showing her bravery and dedication
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She was friends with Rosa Parks and Martin Luther King Jr.
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Her parents and other key leaders used her as a "model" for improvement in schools because her grades were excellent to help motivate other students to do well in school
Correct Answer
B. She established a precedent in LA that schools should become integrated, by attending a former all white elementary school-- the first year all alone with no one else in her class, showing her bravery and dedicationExplanation
Ruby Bridges was important to the Civil Rights Movement because she established a precedent in LA that schools should become integrated. She did this by attending a former all white elementary school, being the only student in her class for the first year. This demonstrated her bravery and dedication to the cause of desegregation, inspiring others to follow her example.Rate this question:
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From whom did Martin Luther King Jr. get the idea of non violent resistance?
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Rosa Parks
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Winston Churchill
- C.
President Kennedy
- D.
Gandhi
Correct Answer
D. GandhiExplanation
Martin Luther King Jr. got the idea of nonviolent resistance from Gandhi. Gandhi was a prominent leader in India who advocated for peaceful protests and civil disobedience as a means to fight against injustice and colonial rule. King was deeply influenced by Gandhi's philosophy and methods, and he applied them to the civil rights movement in the United States. King believed in the power of nonviolence to bring about social change and equality, and he successfully used this approach in various protests and campaigns, including the Montgomery Bus Boycott.Rate this question:
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What did the US learn from the murder of Emmett Till?
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All people could be impacted by the Jim Crow Laws- no matter where you lived in the US--- didn't have to be in the Southern states
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The murder was tragic so all people were sadded by his death
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The Supreme Court ruled the death an accident
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None of the above
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A. All people could be impacted by the Jim Crow Laws- no matter where you lived in the US--- didn't have to be in the Southern statesExplanation
The US learned from the murder of Emmett Till that all people could be impacted by the Jim Crow Laws, regardless of their location in the country. It was not limited to the Southern states. This event highlighted the widespread racial discrimination and injustice that existed throughout the United States, leading to a greater awareness and understanding of the systemic racism faced by African Americans.Rate this question:
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