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?

    <p>George Zimmerman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Jim Crow laws enforce?

    <p>Strict separation between black and white populations</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Racial profiling and self-defense laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of 'Tiger economies'?

    <p>Rapidly growing Asian economies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Ruth Bader Ginsburg known for?

    <p>Dedication to gender equality and progressive interpretation of the law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does educational inequality refer to?

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

    What is media bias?

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

    What is the criticism of meritocracy?

    <p>It does not always guarantee equal opportunities</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>From 1993 until her death in 2020</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Profound impact on the legal landscape and society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does meritocracy advocate for?

    <p>Advancement based on merit and achievements rather than social factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Media bias' can potentially impact:

    <p>'The objectivity and accuracy of news coverage'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Educational inequality' results in:

    <p>'Unequal access to quality education'</p> Signup and view all the answers

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