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What are some of the neighborhoods mentioned in the text?
What are some of the neighborhoods mentioned in the text?
Bronzeville, Hyde Park, Chinatown, Bridgeport, Pullman
What was Bronzeville once known as?
What was Bronzeville once known as?
Chicago's Black Metropolis
Where did idealists try to fight City Hall?
Where did idealists try to fight City Hall?
Hyde Park
Which neighborhood is home to new immigrants spicing things up?
Which neighborhood is home to new immigrants spicing things up?
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What is the South Side's top tourist attraction mentioned in the text?
What is the South Side's top tourist attraction mentioned in the text?
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Who are the grandfathers of the Civil Rights Movement mentioned in the text?
Who are the grandfathers of the Civil Rights Movement mentioned in the text?
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What is the South Side neighborhood that was once known as Chicago's Black Metropolis?
What is the South Side neighborhood that was once known as Chicago's Black Metropolis?
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Where did new immigrants spice things up, according to the text?
Where did new immigrants spice things up, according to the text?
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What South Side neighborhood is known for its power politics?
What South Side neighborhood is known for its power politics?
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What is the South Side neighborhood that is home to the National Monument, Pullman, mentioned in the text?
What is the South Side neighborhood that is home to the National Monument, Pullman, mentioned in the text?
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Study Notes
South Siders and Their Neighborhoods
- South siders come from diverse backgrounds, represented by every color of the rainbow.
- They share a common trait: a fierce pride for their neighborhoods.
Neighborhoods of the South Side
- Bronzeville: once known as Chicago's Black Metropolis, characterized by clubs, cafes, and socializing.
- Hyde Park: home to idealists who fought against City Hall in a rough and turbulent era.
- Chinatown: a hub of new immigrant activity, "spicing things up" with their presence.
- Bridgeport: a region of power politics and intense rivalries.
The South Side's Tourist Attractions
- The stockyards and packinghouses: the top tourist attraction, with 500,000 visitors annually.
Pullman: A National Monument
- Pullman: a controversial company town turned National Monument.
- The Pullman Porters: fought for justice and are considered the "grandfathers of the Civil Rights Movement".
- A. Philip Randolph: a key figure in the Pullman Porters' struggle for justice.
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Test your knowledge of Chicago's South Side neighborhoods with this quiz! Explore the history, landmarks, and culture of places like Bronzeville and Hyde Park. See how much you know about the rich heritage and vibrant communities of the South Side.
