Impact of the Civil Rights Movement on American Society

Question 1

Who is known as the 'father' of nonviolent resistance and a prominent leader of the Civil Rights Movement?

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Martin Luther King Jr.

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Malcolm X

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Rosa Parks

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John Lewis

Question 2

How did the Civil Rights Movement influence the development of social justice movements in the United States?

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It accomplished all of the above

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It served as a model for nonviolent resistance

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It highlighted the importance of grassroots activism

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It increased public support for social change

Question 3

How did the Civil Rights Movement contribute to significant changes in American society?

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It brought about all of these changes

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It led to the end of legalized segregation

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It improved the economic status of African Americans

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It fostered greater social equality

Question 4

How did race, gender, and socioeconomic status intersect to shape the experiences of activists within the Civil Rights Movement?

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Race, gender, and socioeconomic status all significantly influenced experiences, shaping roles, responsibilities, and perspectives within the movement.

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Race was the dominant factor, with African Americans facing the most severe discrimination and violence, while women played secondary roles.

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Gender had no significant impact on experiences, with men and women playing equal roles and facing similar challenges.

Question 5

Who is widely recognized as the most prominent leader of the Civil Rights Movement?

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Martin Luther King Jr.

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Rosa Parks

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Malcolm X

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John F. Kennedy

Question 6

Which strategy was a defining characteristic of the Civil Rights Movement?

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Nonviolent protest

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Armed resistance

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Political lobbying

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Legal challenges

Question 7

Which aspect of the Civil Rights Movement's legacy is still being debated today?

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The ongoing struggle for racial justice and equity

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The effectiveness of nonviolent resistance

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The role of government in promoting equality

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The impact of the movement on the economy

Question 8

What ethical consideration motivated the Civil Rights Movement?

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The belief in innate human dignity and equality

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The rejection of racial prejudice

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The pursuit of economic equality

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The fear of communism

Question 9

What were some key factors that led to the rise of the Civil Rights Movement in the United States?

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Post-World War II economic prosperity, increased urbanization, and the Cold War

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The rise of communism in Cuba and fear of its spread to the US

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Increased immigration from Africa and Asia, leading to racial tensions

Question 10

How has the legacy of the Civil Rights Movement influenced race relations and the pursuit of social justice in the United States?

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Inspired by the Civil Rights Movement, social justice movements continue to fight for equality and challenge societal inequities.

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The movement's legacy has eliminated all racial disparities and discrimination.

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The legacy of the Civil Rights Movement has made affirmative action programs unnecessary.

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The Civil Rights Movement's legacy has completely resolved issues of police brutality and racial profiling within law enforcement.

Question 11

Which of the following was a key strategy of the Civil Rights Movement?

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Nonviolent resistance and civil disobedience

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Armed rebellion

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Political lobbying only

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Legal action only

Question 12

What was the significance of the 1954 Brown v. Board of Education Supreme Court decision?

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It declared racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional.

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It ended racial discrimination in housing.

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It granted African Americans the right to vote.

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It established affirmative action programs.

Question 13

Which of the following was a major goal of the Civil Rights Movement?

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To end segregation and discrimination

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To secure economic equality

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To establish a separate African American state

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To promote white supremacy

Question 14

How did the Civil Rights Movement influence social justice movements in other parts of the world?

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It provided inspiration, strategies, and a blueprint for other movements.

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It led to a decline in social justice activism.

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It had no significant impact on other movements.

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It promoted violence and extremism as acceptable tactics.

Question 15

Which of the following is considered a positive legacy of the Civil Rights Movement?

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Increased political participation of African Americans

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Continued racial disparities in wealth and education

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The rise of Black Nationalism

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The end of white privilege in American society

Question 16

How did the Civil Rights Movement shape American identity?

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It challenged traditional notions of race and equality, leading to a more just and equitable society.

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It strengthened national unity by bridging racial divisions, creating a more cohesive society.

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It has had no significant impact on American identity.

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It instilled a sense of white guilt among Americans, negatively impacting national morale.

Question 17

How has the concept of intersectionality broadened the analysis of the Civil Rights Movement?

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It has expanded the understanding of the movement's impact beyond addressing solely racial discrimination, acknowledging the intersection of multiple marginalized identities.

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It has diminished the significance of race as a factor in analyzing the movement's objectives and outcomes.

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It has led to the exclusion of certain identity groups from the movement's narrative.

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It is not relevant to the study of the Civil Rights Movement.

Question 18

Which lesson about the importance of nonviolent resistance can be learned from the Civil Rights Movement?

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Nonviolent resistance requires a high level of discipline and coordination among its participants.

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Nonviolent resistance is always the most effective way to create social change.

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Nonviolent resistance always leads to lasting social change without any violence.

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Nonviolent resistance is only effective when the cause has overwhelming public support.

Question 19

What was the main reason for the Civil Rights Movement?

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Racial segregation and discrimination

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Economic inequality

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Political corruption

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Communist influence

Question 20

Which legislative act stands as a pivotal achievement of the Civil Rights Movement?

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Voting Rights Act of 1965

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Civil Rights Act of 1968

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Brown v. Board of Education ruling

Question 21

What was a primary objective of the Civil Rights Movement?

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To establish racial equality and end discrimination

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To eradicate poverty

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To promote environmental protection

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To strengthen national defense

Question 22

Which of the following strategies was NOT employed by the Civil Rights Movement?

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Armed resistance and violence

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Nonviolent protests and civil disobedience

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Political lobbying and electoral campaigns

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Legal challenges and court cases

Question 23

Who emerged as a prominent nonviolent leader and spokesperson for the Civil Rights Movement?

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Martin Luther King, Jr.

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Malcolm X

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Rosa Parks

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John F. Kennedy

Question 24

Who is widely recognized as one of the most influential leaders of the Civil Rights Movement, known for his advocacy of nonviolent resistance and civil disobedience?

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Martin Luther King Jr.

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Malcolm X

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Rosa Parks

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W.E.B. Du Bois

Question 25

What was a major goal of the Civil Rights Movement that was achieved through the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965?

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Ensuring equal access to voting for African Americans

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Ending racial segregation in public schools

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Prohibiting housing discrimination

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Establishing affirmative action programs

Question 26

Which iconic event of the Civil Rights Movement involved peaceful protesters facing police brutality and violence?

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The Selma to Montgomery marches

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The March on Washington

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The Montgomery Bus Boycott

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The Little Rock Nine

Question 27

Central to the Civil Rights Movement's emphasis on nonviolent resistance and civil disobedience is the concept of:

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Moral suasion

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Economic leverage

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Self-defense

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Political lobbying

Question 28

How did global events and solidarity movements help the Civil Rights Movement?

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They gave the movement a wider audience, making its message heard around the world.

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They had no real impact on the movement's use of nonviolent resistance.

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They led to immediate desegregation in all Southern states.

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They made the movement's leaders and organizations less important.

Question 29

How does the portrayal of the Civil Rights Movement in popular culture influence our comprehension of its complexities and various aspects?

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It showcases the experiences and viewpoints of those involved in the movement.

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It often presents an idealized and sanitized version of the movement.

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It provides a historically accurate and comprehensive account of the movement.

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It has minimal impact on our understanding of the movement.

Question 30

The fundamental goal of the Civil Rights Movement was to:

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End racial segregation and discrimination

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Promote economic equality

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Establish a socialist society

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Gain independence from the United States

Question 31

What was the primary significance of the sit-ins during the Civil Rights Movement?

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Challenging racial segregation in public spaces

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Leading to the desegregation of schools

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Inspiring the Freedom Rides

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Resulting in major civil rights legislation

Question 32

Within the Civil Rights Movement, how did the ideologies of 'Black Power' and 'Black Freedom' differ in their approaches?

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Black Power advocated for armed self-defense and community empowerment, while Black Freedom pursued nonviolent resistance and political integration.

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Black Freedom focused on social and cultural changes, while Black Power sought radical economic reforms.

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Black Freedom was led by Martin Luther King Jr., while Black Power had no clear leadership figure.

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Black Freedom was based solely on Christian principles, while Black Power drew inspiration from various sources.

Question 33

How did the interconnectedness of race, gender, class, and religion shape the experiences of activists in the Civil Rights Movement?

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The combination of these factors created diverse experiences and influenced activists' roles.

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All activists faced the same challenges, regardless of their background.

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Race and gender were important factors, but class and religion had little impact.

Question 34

Which tactic was NOT widely used by the Civil Rights Movement?

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Armed resistance

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Boycotts

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Sit-ins

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT considered a lasting impact of the Civil Rights Movement?

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Increased economic equality

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Desegregation of schools

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Increased social justice

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Expansion of voting rights

Question 36

Who is widely recognized as a prominent leader of the Civil Rights Movement?

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Martin Luther King Jr.

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John F. Kennedy

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Rosa Parks

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Malcolm X

Question 37

Which of the following strategies was primarily employed by the Civil Rights Movement?

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Nonviolent protests

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Boycotts

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Armed resistance

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Assassination attempts

Question 38

What was the primary significance of the Voting Rights Act of 1965?

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Prohibiting racial discrimination in voting

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Ending segregation in schools

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Granting women the right to vote

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Establishing affirmative action policies

Question 39

How has the Civil Rights Movement influenced American society beyond the 1960s?

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Continuing to shape and inspire social justice movements

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Ending all forms of racial discrimination

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Having no lasting impact on American society

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Leading to the complete eradication of poverty

Question 40

How did the Civil Rights Movement primarily contribute to the expansion of civil rights?

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By challenging segregation and advocating for equal rights under the law

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By providing economic aid to marginalized communities

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By reforming the criminal justice system

Question 41

Which of the following was a key factor that contributed to the success of the Civil Rights Movement?

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Broad-based grassroots support and nonviolent resistance

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Economic prosperity

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International pressure

Question 42

Which of the following Acts was passed as a direct result of the Civil Rights Movement?

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Voting Rights Act of 1965

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Veteran's Benefits Act

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Civil Rights Act of 1957

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Immigration Reform Act

Question 43

Which strategy, employed by the Civil Rights Movement, involved peaceful protests, civil disobedience, and nonviolent resistance?

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Nonviolent Resistance

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Political Lobbying

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Armed Resistance

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Legal Action

Question 44

How did the Civil Rights Movement influence the development of subsequent social justice movements?

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By providing a model for nonviolent protest, community organizing, and advocacy for equal rights.

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By eliminating all forms of discrimination and inequality

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By focusing primarily on gaining political power

Question 45

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution prohibited the denial of the right to vote based on race?

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15th Amendment

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19th Amendment

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14th Amendment

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13th Amendment

Question 46

What was the primary goal of the "Freedom Rides"?

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To challenge segregation in interstate transportation and raise awareness of racial discrimination

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To register African American voters in the South

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To promote economic equality between races

Question 47

How did the Civil Rights Act of 1964 address discrimination in employment?

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It prohibited discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin in hiring, firing, and promotion.

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It established quotas for minority hiring in all workplaces

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It provided financial incentives to employers who hired more minorities

Question 48

What is a lasting impact of the Civil Rights Movement on American institutions?

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Increased representation of racial minorities

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The complete elimination of racial bias

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The overturning of all laws related to Jim Crow

Question 49

How did the Civil Rights Movement help create a more inclusive American society?

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It challenged discriminatory systems and created more opportunities for marginalized groups.

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It caused the decline of white privilege and power.

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It led to the formation of a separate nation within the US for Black Americans.

Question 50

What was the main goal of the Civil Rights Movement?

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To end segregation and discrimination based on race

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To stop the spread of fascism

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To achieve economic equality for all

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To establish a communist system of government

Question 51

Who became known as the leader of the Montgomery Bus Boycott?

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Martin Luther King Jr.

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Malcolm X

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Rosa Parks

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Stokely Carmichael

Question 52

What was the major outcome of the Brown v. Board of Education Supreme Court case?

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It ruled that racial segregation in public schools is unconstitutional

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It granted voting rights to women

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It outlawed slavery in the United States

Question 53

What was a significant consequence of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?

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It made racial discrimination illegal in workplaces and public places

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It led to the creation of the federal Department of Education

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It established the Voting Rights Act

Question 54

How did the Civil Rights Movement advance social justice in the United States?

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It challenged racial inequality and expanded civil rights for all

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It led to the creation of a welfare state

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It sparked a major cultural revolution

Question 55

What is a lasting effect of the Civil Rights Movement on American society today?

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Continued efforts to fight racial inequality and promote equal rights

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A decline in the influence of African Americans

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The complete elimination of racism and discrimination

Question 56

Which of the following is NOT a major challenge facing the Civil Rights Movement today?

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The achievement of complete economic equality between different races

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Reforming the criminal justice system to address mass incarceration

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Addressing police brutality against minorities

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Ending voter suppression tactics

Question 57

How can individuals help continue the work of the Civil Rights Movement?

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By supporting organizations that are working to achieve racial justice

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By ignoring racial inequality and hoping it goes away

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By participating in violent protests and riots

Question 58

What is the central theme of the unit on the Impact and Legacy of the Civil Rights Movement?

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The profound and ongoing influence of the movement on American society

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The flaws and limitations of the movement

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The decline of the Civil Rights Movement in the 21st century