Did The Position Of Ethnic Minorities And Women Improve 1981-92

Question 1

What significant political milestone occurred in 1981?

Answer 1

Black civil rights activist Andrew Young elected Mayor of Atlanta

Question 2

Who stood as the Democratic candidate for the presidency in 1984?

Answer 2

Reverend Jesse Jackson

Question 3

What achievement did Carl Lewis accomplish at the LA Olympics in 1984?

Answer 3

Won four gold medals

Question 4

Who became the first black mayor of Chicago in 1983?

Answer 4

Harold Washington

Question 5

What notable award did Denzel Washington win in 1989?

Answer 5

Best Supporting Actor Oscar in the film Glory

Question 6

Which film did Spike Lee direct in 1992?

Answer 6

Malcolm X

Question 7

What event occurred in South Central LA in 1992?

Answer 7

Rodney King riots

Question 8

In what year did Reverend Jesse Jackson make his second attempt to be the Democratic presidential candidate?

Answer 8

1988

Question 9

What incident involving Rodney King occurred in 1991?

Answer 9

Rodney King attacked by LA police

Question 10

What percentage of the population did black Americans represent at the beginning of the 1980s?

Answer 10

11 percent

Question 11

What were the social and economic conditions faced by black Americans at the beginning of the 1980s?

Answer 11

Many social and economic problems

Question 12

What was the significance of Jesse Jackson’s campaign for the Democratic nomination?

Answer 12

It marked a serious attempt to gain support from black voters

Question 13

What was the impact of black American success in politics, business, sport, and popular culture during this period?

Answer 13

Increased visibility and representation

Question 14

Fill in the blank: Andrew Young was elected Mayor of _______ in 1981.

Answer 14

Atlanta

Question 15

True or False: Harold Washington was the first black mayor of Los Angeles.

Answer 15

False

Question 16

What was a significant cultural contribution by Denzel Washington in 1989?

Answer 16

Winning an Oscar for Glory

Question 17

Fill in the blank: The Rodney King riots occurred in _______.

Answer 17

1992

Question 18

What did the election of Jesse Jackson signify in terms of political progress?

Answer 18

An increase in representation for ethnic minorities

Question 19

What was the significance of the 1984 Olympics for black athletes?

Answer 19

Showcased their talents and achievements

Question 20

Who was the first black mayor of Chicago?

Answer 20

Harold Washington

Question 21

What does the timeline from 1981 to 1992 indicate about the position of ethnic minorities and women?

Answer 21

It shows gradual improvements in representation and success

Question 22

What significant event occurred on November 3, 1983?

Answer 22

President Reagan signed a law designating the third Monday in January as Martin Luther King Jr Day, a national holiday.

The first Martin Luther King Jr Day was celebrated in 1986.

Question 23

What was the composition of the black caucus in the House of Representatives by the 1980s?

Answer 23

The black caucus consisted of 20-25 Congressmen and women working for black American rights.

Question 24

Who was elected mayor of Atlanta, Georgia in 1981?

Answer 24

Andrew Young was elected mayor in 1981.

Question 25

What was Harold Washington's major achievement in 1983?

Answer 25

Harold Washington became mayor of Chicago, breaking the dominance of Irish-American politicians. ## Footnote He attracted white voters by offering moderate social policies and had significant support from black American groups.

Question 26

What coalition did Harold Washington form to support his mayoral campaign?

Answer 26

Washington formed a coalition involving the local NAACP, the National Urban League, and PUSH (People United to Save Humanity).

Question 27

What was the voter turnout among inner-city blacks during Washington's election?

Answer 27

The voter turnout among inner-city blacks was 80 percent.

Question 28

What was Jesse Jackson's role in the 1980s?

Answer 28

Jesse Jackson was a prominent black American politician who ran for the Democratic Party nomination for president in 1984 and 1988.

Question 29

What organization did Jesse Jackson use for his presidential campaigns?

Answer 29

Jackson used the Rainbow Coalition, which grew out of PUSH.

Question 30

What percentage of the vote did Jesse Jackson receive in the 1984 Democratic primaries?

Answer 30

Jesse Jackson received 21 percent of the vote in primary election contests.

Question 31

Who was chosen as the Democratic candidate in the 1984 election?

Answer 31

Walter Mondale was chosen as the Democratic candidate.

Question 32

What was different about Jesse Jackson's 1988 campaign compared to 1984?

Answer 32

Jackson's 1988 campaign was better organized and he won a number of primary elections.

Question 33

What did Jesse Jackson's campaigns demonstrate about black Americans?

Answer 33

Jackson showed that black Americans could become serious contenders for America's highest political office.

Question 34

What is Jesse Jackson's background?

Answer 34

Jesse Jackson graduated from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical College in 1964 with a degree in sociology and founded PUSH in the 1970s.

Question 35

Why is Source 9 valuable to historians studying Harold Washington's election?

Answer 35

Source 9 provides insight into the campaign strategies and priorities of Harold Washington, Chicago's first black American mayor. It reflects the historical context of the 1983 election and the significance of Washington's administration in promoting jobs and fairness in city governance.

Question 36

What was Harold Washington's first priority as mayor?

Answer 36

Establishing a department of employment and economic development focused on creating and retaining jobs for Chicagoans.

Question 37

What pledge did Harold Washington make regarding city employees?

Answer 37

The Washington administration pledged to hire, upgrade, and promote city employees on a merit basis and to demand a full day's work for a full day's pay.

Question 38

How did the civil rights movement impact black Americans in business by the 1980s?

Answer 38

The civil rights movement led to a significant increase in black-owned businesses, rising to 621,000 by 1992 from a few hundred thousand in the 1960s.

Question 39

Who was Oprah Winfrey and what was her significance in the 1980s?

Answer 39

Oprah Winfrey became a national institution in television and business, with her chat show gaining popularity and her production company contributing to her status as the USA's first female black billionaire.

Question 40

What achievements did black Americans have in sports during the 1980s?

Answer 40

By the 1980s, black Americans excelled in sports, comprising 80% of NFL players, 60% of NBA players, and 25% of MLB players.

Question 41

What was a notable achievement for black athletes in the Olympics during the 1980s?

Answer 41

Black athletes won 40 out of 83 US medals at the 1984 Olympics, showcasing their dominance in various events.

Question 42

How did popular culture reflect the success of black Americans in the 1980s?

Answer 42

Denzel Washington gained recognition for his roles in films, while Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' became a significant cultural phenomenon, winning 12 Grammy Awards and dominating the charts.

Question 43

What percentage of US population did black Americans comprise in the 1980s?

Answer 43

11.7 percent

Question 44

How many medals did black track and field athletes win at the 1984 LA Olympics?

Answer 44

40 out of 49 medals awarded to US athletes

Question 45

What significant achievement did Denzel Washington accomplish in 1989?

Answer 45

Won the Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his role in the film Glory

Question 46

What was the title of the film directed by Spike Lee in 1992?

Answer 46

Malcolm X

Question 47

What was the name of Bill Cosby's television show?

Answer 47

The Cosby Show

Question 48

Who performed 'Billie Jean' on national television in 1983?

Answer 48

Michael Jackson ## Footnote This performance included his famous moonwalk.

Question 49

How long did the single 'Thriller' stay in the charts?

Answer 49

80 weeks, 37 as number 1

Question 50

How many Grammy Awards did the video 'Thriller' win?

Answer 50

12 Grammy Awards

Question 51

Name three popular black musicians of the 1980s.

Answer 51

Prince, Whitney Houston, and Tina Turner

Question 52

What incident involving racial intolerance occurred in June 1982?

Answer 52

Vincent Chin was clubbed to death by two white car-workers

Question 53

What was the outcome of Bernhard Goetz's trial in 1987?

Answer 53

The jury accepted his plea of self-defence and he received only eight months in prison

Question 54

What sparked the major race riot in May 1992?

Answer 54

The acquittal of police involved in the Rodney King case

Question 55

What were the consequences of the Rodney King riots?

Answer 55

54 people were killed, 2,400 injured, and 17,000 arrested

Question 56

What was the estimated cost of damage caused by the Rodney King riots?

Answer 56

$1 billion

Question 57

What belief was reinforced by the Rodney King case regarding police forces?

Answer 57

That some police forces were racist

Question 58

Who was the first woman nominated to the US Supreme Court?

Answer 58

Sandra Day O'Connor

Question 59

What significant event occurred in the 1992 election year regarding women?

Answer 59

The press declared it the year of the woman as women won several high-profile Senate races

Question 60

What program contributed to the increased representation of women in Congress?

Answer 60

Emily's List

Question 61

What percentage of professional jobs did women hold from 1972 to 1985?

Answer 61

From 44 to 49 percent

Question 62

By how much did the female share of management jobs increase from 1972 to 1985?

Answer 62

From 20 to 36 percent

Question 63

What was the percentage of lawyers who were women in 1983?

Answer 63

15 percent

Question 64

What percentage of jobs in banking and financial management were held by women in 1983?

Answer 64

39 percent

Question 65

Who was the first US woman in space?

Answer 65

Sally Ride

Question 66

Who was the first US teacher in space?

Answer 66

Christa McAuliffe

Question 67

What was the percentage of births outside marriage in the USA by 1990?

Answer 67

27 percent

Question 68

What percentage of marriages ended in divorce by 1990?

Answer 68

40 percent

Question 69

What was the female percentage in the workforce in 1970?

Answer 69

38 percent

Question 70

What was the percentage of new doctors who were women in the 1980s?

Answer 70

33 percent

Question 71

What percentage of lawyers were women in 1990?

Answer 71

40 percent

Question 72

What was the earnings gap between women and men for similar jobs in 1992?

Answer 72

Women earned only 77 percent of men's earnings

Question 73

What was the traditional role of women in 1955?

Answer 73

To get married, have children, and look after them while staying at home

Question 74

What significant legal case did the US Supreme Court uphold in 1992?

Answer 74

Planned Parenthood v. Casey

Question 75

Fill in the blank: In 1992, the social, political, and economic role of women was radically different from _______.

Answer 75

1955

Question 76

True or False: By 1992, women had achieved full equality in social, economic, and political spheres.

Answer 76

False