African-American Civil Rights Movement

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How did the Cold War influence the Civil Rights Movement in the United States?

Increased military spending during the Cold War diverted resources away from civil rights initiatives.
The anti-communist sentiment of the Cold War era directly suppressed civil rights activism.
The US government feared that racial inequality would be exploited by the Soviet Union as propaganda. (correct)
The economic boom of the Cold War era diminished the urgency for civil rights reforms.

What was the primary legal basis for challenging segregation in the courts during the Civil Rights Movement?

The Fourteenth Amendment's equal protection clause. (correct)
The Second Amendment's right to bear arms for self-defense.
The Tenth Amendment's reservation of powers to the states.
The First Amendment's guarantee of freedom of assembly.

Which strategy employed during the Civil Rights Movement aimed to disrupt the status quo through nonviolent means, forcing a response from segregationists and gaining national attention?

Political lobbying in state legislatures.
Seizing federal buildings.
Armed self-defense.
Economic boycotts and sit-ins. (correct)

How did the Supreme Court's decision in Brown v. Board of Education (1954) influence governmental actions regarding civil rights?

<p>It declared state-sponsored segregation in public schools unconstitutional, requiring further governmental action to enforce the ruling. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant long-term impact of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?

<p>It established a legal framework that could be used to combat discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Civil Rights Act of 1964

A pivotal piece of legislation outlawing discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

Civil Rights Movement

Collective efforts by African Americans and their allies to dismantle legal segregation and achieve equal rights.

Civil Rights Organizations

Groups such as the NAACP and SNCC that organized and led various civil rights campaigns and initiatives.

Protest Movements

Marches, boycotts, sit-ins, and other nonviolent tactics employed to challenge segregation and discrimination.

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Civil Actions

Legal challenges and lawsuits aimed at overturning discriminatory laws and practices.

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Study Notes

Analysis covers key events, ideals, documents, and organizations in the struggle for African-American civil rights.
World War II and the Cold War significantly impacted the movement.
Responses to Supreme Court decisions and governmental actions require examination.
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 marks a pivotal moment.
Protest movements are a key area of focus.
Organizations played a key role.
Civil actions happened throughout the Civil Rights Movement.