15 Questions
What led to the formation of the New Left movement?
Students' dissatisfaction with the Old Left's stance on civil rights
What was the main goal of the Economic Research and Action Project (ERAP)?
To unite poor communities to protest policies that affected poor living conditions
What was the main focus of the Student Nonviolent Coordination Committee (SNCC)?
To organize peaceful and direct action protests
What was the primary goal of the Freedom Summer project in 1964?
To organize voter registration campaigns in Mississippi
What was the main reason behind the formation of the Free Speech Movement?
To respond to anti-communist sentiment on campus
What led to the gathering of thousands of students at the University of California, Berkeley campus in 1964?
Protest for free speech on campus
What was the main reason for the United States' involvement in the Vietnam War?
To fight against communism
What happened during the protest at Kent State University in Ohio in 1970?
The National Guard opened fire on a group of demonstrators, killing four people and injuring 9
What was the main goal of the Weather Underground Organization?
To advance communism through violence
What was one of the significant outcomes of the student movement of the 1960s?
The expansion of civil and voting rights for Black Americans
What was a significant outcome of the efforts on the US home front during World War II?
The nation's exit from the Great Depression
Who primarily benefited from the economic prosperity in the United States after World War II?
Mainly White Americans
What was a primary focus of the student movement in the 1960s?
Pushing for social justice and challenging conformity
What was a significant obstacle for Black Americans in the 1950s and 60s?
Voter suppression and disenfranchisement
What was a primary aspect of postwar American society?
Focus on traditional ideals and conformity
Explore the contrasting experiences of Americans during the 1960s, including economic prosperity for some and ongoing social and economic inequality for others. Learn about the impact of World War II on the US economy and the limited opportunities for racial minorities.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
