Civil Rights Movement Contributions

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What was the consequence for individuals who helped slaves escape to states where slavery was illegal after the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850?

They could be sent to jail or subjected to a $1000 fine.

What was the main concern of the southern states when Abraham Lincoln, a republican, was elected as the 16th president of the USA in 1860?

They were afraid that he would outlaw slavery.

What was the name of the country formed by the 11 southern states that seceded from the United States?

The Confederate States of America or the Confederacy.

What was the significance of the Emancipation Proclamation issued by President Abraham Lincoln in 1863?

It declared that the slaves in the South were free. Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the Civil War, which lasted from 1861 to 1865?

The North (Union) won, and the South (Confederacy) surrendered. Signup and view all the answers

What was the 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, added in 1865?

It outlawed slavery. Signup and view all the answers

How many soldiers died in the Civil War, which was the deadliest war in American history?

Over 600,000. Signup and view all the answers

Who assassinated President Abraham Lincoln at the Ford Theatre in Washington D.C.?

John Wilkes Booth. Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 in the context of the Civil Rights movement?

It banned discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin in employment practices and ended unequal application of voter registration requirements and racial segregation in schools, at the workplace, and by public accommodations. Signup and view all the answers

How did the leadership of Martin Luther King Jr. contribute to the Civil Rights movement?

He won the 1964 Nobel Peace Prize for his role in the movement, exemplified through events like the March on Washington in August 1963. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary focus of the Black Pride movement?

To encourage people to take pride in being black. Signup and view all the answers

How did the Civil Rights movement influence African American popular music?

Songs like 'We're a Winner', 'Say It Loud - I'm Black and I'm Proud', and 'A Change is Gonna Come' became anthems of the black pride movement. Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 in the context of the Civil Rights movement?

It restored and protected voting rights. Signup and view all the answers

How did the Fair Housing Act of 1968 contribute to the Civil Rights movement?

It banned discrimination in the sale or rental of housing. Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of figures like Martin Luther King Jr., A. Philip Randolph, Malcolm X, and Stokely Carmichael in the Civil Rights movement?

They spoke out against the conditions of the United States' segregated society and lobbied for better treatment for people of all races. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to recognize the diversity of the Civil Rights movement beyond a single leader or strategy?

Because the movement was too diverse to be credited to one person, organization, or strategy. Signup and view all the answers

What is a boycott, and what is its typical purpose?

A boycott is an act of voluntary and intentional abstention from using, buying, or dealing with a person, organization, or country as an expression of protest, usually for moral, social, or political reasons. Signup and view all the answers

What was the main objective of the Birmingham Campaign, and what was the outcome?

The main objective of the Birmingham Campaign was to bring attention to attempts by local Black leaders to put an end to racial segregation in public facilities in Birmingham, Alabama, and the outcome was that Birmingham's government was forced to relax the city's segregation laws. Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Montgomery Bus Boycott, and what was the outcome?

The Montgomery Bus Boycott was a significant form of protest that led to a 1956 Supreme Court decision banning segregation on public transportation, and the outcome was the desegregation of public transportation in Montgomery, Alabama. Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the March on Washington, and how many people participated?

The purpose of the March on Washington was to protest against segregation and discrimination, and over 200,000 people from across the country participated in the event, which took place on August 28, 1963. Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in the Civil Rights Movement?

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a prominent leader in the Civil Rights Movement, leading campaigns and protests, including the Birmingham Campaign and the March on Washington, and delivering famous speeches, such as the 'I Have a Dream' speech. Signup and view all the answers

What were some forms of nonviolent protest used during the Civil Rights Movement?

Some forms of nonviolent protest used during the Civil Rights Movement included boycotts, sit-ins, marches, and other activities, such as the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the Greensboro sit-ins. Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Selma to Montgomery marches?

The Selma to Montgomery marches were a series of marches that took place in 1965, led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and other civil rights leaders, to protest against segregation and discrimination in Alabama. Signup and view all the answers

How did the Civil Rights Movement use nonviolent protest to achieve its goals?

The Civil Rights Movement used nonviolent protest, including boycotts, sit-ins, marches, and other activities, to bring attention to issues of segregation and discrimination and to advocate for civil rights. Signup and view all the answers

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