Key Events of the Civil Rights Movement

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What was the significance of the Brown v. Board of Education ruling?
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It declared racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional, overturning Plessy v. Ferguson.
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What was the purpose of the 1963 March on Washington?
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To advocate for civil and economic rights for African Americans.
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What happened during the Montgomery Bus Boycott?
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African Americans boycotted public buses to protest segregated seating.
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How did the Little Rock Nine contribute to the Civil Rights Movement?
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Their integration into a previously all-white school highlighted the struggle for school desegregation.
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What was the main goal of the Freedom Rides?
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To challenge racial segregation in interstate bus terminals.
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What led to the Selma to Montgomery marches?
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To protest voting rights suppression and advocate for African American voting rights.
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What was the impact of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
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It outlawed discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
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What role did the Black Panther Party play in the Civil Rights Movement?
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They advocated for self-defense and community control, focusing on racial justice and social change.
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How did the Voting Rights Act of 1965 change voting in the U.S.?
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It prohibited racial discrimination in voting, enforcing the 15th Amendment.
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Who were the leaders of the Civil Rights Movement?
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Key leaders included Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Malcolm X, and John Lewis.
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What was the influence of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC)?
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They organized voter registration drives and nonviolent protests, key to grassroots activism.
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What was the role of television in the Civil Rights Movement?
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Television broadcasted protests and violence against activists, generating national sympathy.
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How did the Civil Rights Movement influence other social movements?
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It inspired movements for gender equality, LGBTQ+ rights, and more by showcasing successful activism strategies.
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What was the impact of Bloody Sunday on civil rights legislation?
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It galvanized public opinion and led to the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
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What were the roles of women in the Civil Rights Movement?
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Women organized protests, boycotts, and played leadership roles in civil rights advocacy.
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