5 Questions
What was the main reason for people riding the rails during the Great Depression?
Looking for work
What led to the infamous Scottsboro case?
A fight on a train
Why did the train stop in Scottsboro?
Due to a fight between passengers
What caused a stir among the townsfolk in Scottsboro?
Presence of black guys and white women
What was the significance of the Scottsboro case in the context of American jurisprudence?
Dealt with racial tensions and legal injustice
Study Notes
The Great Depression and the Rails
- During the Great Depression, many people rode the rails in search of employment, a better life, and escape from poverty.
The Scottsboro Case
- The infamous Scottsboro case was sparked by a fight between white and black hobos on a train, resulting in two white women falsely accusing nine black teenagers of rape.
- The train stopped in Scottsboro, Alabama, where the alleged incident occurred, leading to the arrest of the nine black teenagers.
- The accusations caused a stir among the townsfolk in Scottsboro, leading to a wave of racial tension and hostility.
- The Scottsboro case was significant in American jurisprudence as it highlighted racial biases and injustices in the legal system, particularly in the Deep South during the 1930s.
Test your knowledge of American jurisprudence with this quiz on the Scottsboro case, a significant legal case during the Great Depression. Explore the context of the era and the impact of the case on the American legal system.
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