Trayvon Martin Case

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What was the significance of Trayvon Martin's incident?

It sparked a debate on gun control laws

It resulted in changes to immigration policies

It led to the formation of neighborhood watch programs

It brought attention to issues of racial profiling and self-defense laws (correct)

During which period were the Jim Crow laws in effect?

From the 1800s to the early 1900s

From 1877 to the 1960s (correct)

From the 1960s to the 1990s

From the 1600s to the 1700s

What role does the Supreme Court of the United States play?

Making decisions on constitutional issues (correct)

Advising on international policies

Appointing local judges

Enforcing state laws

Who fatally shot Trayvon Martin in 2012?

George Zimmerman Signup and view all the answers

What did the Jim Crow laws enforce?

Strict separation between black and white populations Signup and view all the answers

What societal issues did Trayvon Martin's incident bring to the forefront?

Racial profiling and self-defense laws Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'Tiger economies'?

Rapidly growing Asian economies Signup and view all the answers

What was Ruth Bader Ginsburg known for?

Dedication to gender equality and progressive interpretation of the law Signup and view all the answers

What does educational inequality refer to?

Unequal access to quality education based on socioeconomic factors and other demographics Signup and view all the answers

What is media bias?

The tendency of news sources to influence reporting based on their own biases Signup and view all the answers

What is the criticism of meritocracy?

It does not always guarantee equal opportunities Signup and view all the answers

How long did Ruth Bader Ginsburg serve in the United States Supreme Court?

From 1993 until her death in 2020 Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of the appointment of justices and the Court's rulings?

Profound impact on the legal landscape and society Signup and view all the answers

What does meritocracy advocate for?

Advancement based on merit and achievements rather than social factors Signup and view all the answers

'Media bias' can potentially impact:

'The objectivity and accuracy of news coverage' Signup and view all the answers

'Educational inequality' results in:

'Unequal access to quality education' Signup and view all the answers