US History: Civil Rights Movement & Vietnam War

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Which legal decision directly contradicted the 'separate but equal' doctrine established in Plessy v. Ferguson?

The Voting Rights Act of 1965
The establishment of the SCLC in 1957
Brown v. Board of Education (1954) (correct)
The Civil Rights Act of 1964

What was the primary method of protest advocated by Martin Luther King Jr. during the Civil Rights Movement?

Nonviolent resistance and civil disobedience (correct)
Economic boycotts targeting businesses
Armed resistance and self-defense
Aggressive legal challenges through the court system

Which event served as a catalyst for the desegregation of the Montgomery bus system?

The Birmingham Campaign
The passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965
Rosa Parks' refusal to give up her seat on a bus (correct)
The March on Washington

What was the main objective of the Voting Rights Act of 1965?

To eliminate discriminatory voting practices (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which factor significantly contributed to gaining national sympathy and support for the Civil Rights Movement?

Televised media coverage of violence against civil rights activists. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How did the Civil Rights Act of 1964 impact American society?

It outlawed discrimination based on various factors, ending segregation in public places. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguished the Black Power Movement from the broader Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and early 1960s?

Its advocacy for self-determination, racial pride, and, at times, the use of violence for self-defense. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the March on Washington in 1963?

To advocate for civil rights legislation. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors contributed to the rise of a consumer culture in the 1950s?

Increased prosperity and the growth of suburbs (B) Signup and view all the answers

How did the Tet Offensive impact public opinion regarding the Vietnam War in the United States?

It shook public confidence in the US war effort, leading to increased anti-war sentiment. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of President Nixon's policy of 'Vietnamization'?

To gradually withdraw US troops and transfer responsibility for the war to South Vietnam (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Stonewall Riots in 1969?

They marked a turning point in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the broader impact of the Vietnam War on American society?

Contributed to political polarization, economic strain, and a loss of faith in government (C) Signup and view all the answers

How did Rachel Carson's 'Silent Spring' (1962) influence American society?

By raising awareness of the harmful effects of pesticides on the environment (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution?

It authorized President Johnson to take any measures necessary to repel attacks against US forces in Vietnam. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary focus of President Lyndon B. Johnson's Great Society program?

Eliminating poverty and racial injustice (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which event is most closely associated with the end of the Vietnam War?

The Fall of Saigon (D) Signup and view all the answers

How did the energy crisis of the 1970s impact the American economy?

It had a significant impact due to oil shortages and price increases. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following figures challenged Martin Luther King Jr.'s nonviolent approach to civil rights?

Malcolm X (D) Signup and view all the answers

What role did music play in shaping youth culture during the 1960s?

It served as a platform for expressing dissent, promoting countercultural ideals, and fostering a sense of identity. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Betty Friedan's 'The Feminine Mystique' (1963)?

It highlighted the dissatisfaction of many women with their roles as housewives. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the Watergate Scandal, and why was it significant?

A political scandal involving President Nixon's administration, which led to his resignation and eroded public trust in government. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main objective of Operation Rolling Thunder during the Vietnam War?

To weaken North Vietnam's ability to support the Viet Cong through sustained bombing (C) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Civil Rights Movement

Aimed to end racial segregation and discrimination against African Americans, especially in the South.

Brown v. Board of Education (1954)

Supreme Court decision that declared segregation in public schools unconstitutional, overturning Plessy v. Ferguson.

Rosa Parks

Triggered the Montgomery Bus Boycott by refusing to give up her seat, leading to desegregation of the bus system.

Martin Luther King Jr.

Advocated nonviolent resistance and civil disobedience, becoming a leader in the Civil Rights Movement.