Thinking about Race: Perspectives and Education

Questions and Answers

What have there been ever since slavery arrived in the U.S.?

Three 'streams of thinking' about race

What does the First Stream favor?

The idea of human unity and cooperation across races

What characterizes the Second Stream of thinking about race?

The old Southern way of thinking that holds that black people are in a category between humans and animals

What do black people yearn for according to the Third Stream?

Freedom and equality Signup and view all the answers

The racism of the South can be dealt with by laughing it away.

False Signup and view all the answers

What is the only solution to racism according to the provided information?

Education, reason, and culture Signup and view all the answers

What was the state of education immediately following the Civil War?

In a state of chaos and uncertainty Signup and view all the answers

What is a problem with industrial schools mentioned?

They treat people as no more than workers Signup and view all the answers

How does Du Bois describe the South?

Racially divided into 'two separate worlds' at every level of life Signup and view all the answers

What did Du Bois argue is needed for black and white people to live alongside each other harmoniously?

Black colleges to exist and demand for higher education among young black people Signup and view all the answers

What should white Southerners do if they object to black people's presence?

Stop & remember who brought them there Signup and view all the answers

What are the three functions of black colleges according to Du Bois?

<ol> <li>Maintain the standards of popular education 2. Help improve the situation of black people 3. Improve cooperation and relations across the races</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What does Du Bois argue is necessary to find oneself 'above the Veil'?

Being well-educated Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Streams of Thinking about Race

Three distinct perspectives emerged regarding race since the arrival of slavery in the U.S.
The first stream advocates for human unity and cooperation between races.

Second Stream Characteristics

Represents the Old Southern mindset.
Characterizes black individuals as occupying a space between humans and animals.
Suggests that black people are "lovable within their limitations" yet destined to remain behind the Veil.

Third Stream Perspective

Reflects the inner thoughts of black individuals who desire freedom and equality.
Raises doubts about the validity of the second stream, questioning their place in society.

Addressing Southern Racism

Racism in the South requires serious engagement and cannot be dismissed lightly.
The key solution lies in education, reason, and cultural development to help individuals realize their potential, eliminate prejudice, and support those affected by the Veil.

Education Post-Civil War

The immediate aftermath of the Civil War presented significant chaos and uncertainty in education.
A period of constructive changes followed, resulting in the establishment of universities for freedmen, yet quality remains inconsistent and often poor for black children.

Challenges of Industrial Schools

Industrial schools reduce individuals to mere workers, focusing on material prosperity rather than holistic education.

Racial Division in the South

The South is racially fragmented into "two separate worlds" across all areas of life, including schools, workplaces, and public services.

Need for Black Colleges

Du Bois emphasizes the need for black colleges to foster peaceful coexistence between white and black communities.
There is a clear demand for higher education among young black individuals.

Reflection on White Southerners' Complaints

Du Bois urges white Southerners to reconsider their views on the presence of black individuals.
Highlights the historical injustices of slavery and prevalent white-on-black violence as contributors to societal issues, warning against prejudice based on the actions of individuals.

Functions of Black Colleges

Black colleges serve three primary roles:
- Uphold educational standards.
- Enhance the quality of life for black individuals.
- Foster better relations and cooperation between races.

Education as a Means of Ascendance

Du Bois contends that true elevation above the Veil can only be achieved through a strong educational foundation.

Description

Explore the various perspectives on race that have emerged since slavery in the U.S., focusing on the differing views surrounding unity, the Southern mindset, and the aspirations of black individuals. This quiz emphasizes the importance of education and cultural development in combating racism and fostering understanding.