Hhvdv Flashcards
What were the sit-ins during the Civil Rights Movement?
The sit-ins were nonviolent protests where individuals would occupy a segregated space, such as a lunch counter, to challenge racial discrimination.
True or False: The sit-ins were primarily organized by college students.
True
Fill in the blank: The first sit-in took place in ________ in 1960.
Greensboro, North Carolina
What organization was formed in 1960 to coordinate student activism, including sit-ins?
Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC)
Who were the ‘Greensboro Four’?
The ‘Greensboro Four’ were four African American college students who initiated the first sit-in at Woolworth’s department store.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a tactic used during the sit-ins? A) Nonviolent resistance B) Boycotting C) Armed confrontation
C) Armed confrontation
What was the primary goal of the sit-in movement?
To end racial segregation in public places, particularly in restaurants and lunch counters.
True or False: Sit-ins were only held in the southern United States.
False
Fill in the blank: The sit-in movement was influenced by the philosophy of ________.
nonviolence
What impact did the sit-ins have on public opinion?
The sit-ins garnered significant media attention and shifted public opinion in favor of the Civil Rights Movement.
Who was one of the prominent leaders that encouraged the sit-in strategy?
Martin Luther King Jr.
Multiple Choice: Which event helped to spread the sit-in movement nationwide? A) Freedom Rides B) March on Washington C) Birmingham Campaign
A) Freedom Rides
What was a common consequence faced by sit-in participants?
Many participants were arrested or faced violence for their actions.
Fill in the blank: The sit-in movement laid the groundwork for the ________ movement.
Freedom Summer
True or False: The sit-in movement was a spontaneous reaction with no prior planning.
False
What role did media coverage play in the sit-in movement?
Media coverage helped to publicize the protests and highlight the injustices of segregation.
What was the significance of the Woolworth’s sit-in?
It was one of the first successful sit-ins that led to the desegregation of lunch counters in the South.
Fill in the blank: The sit-ins often took place in ________ areas.
public
Who were the primary participants in the sit-in protests?
African American college students and young activists.
Multiple Choice: What was a key outcome of the sit-in movement? A) Immediate desegregation B) Increased arrests of activists C) Formation of new civil rights laws
A) Immediate desegregation
True or False: The sit-in movement was solely focused on lunch counter desegregation.
False
What did the phrase ‘Sit-In Movement’ refer to in the context of the Civil Rights Movement?
It referred to the series of nonviolent protests aimed at ending racial segregation in public spaces.
Fill in the blank: The sit-in movement inspired other forms of ________ protests.
nonviolent
What was the reaction of many businesses to the sit-ins?
Many businesses initially resisted desegregation, but some eventually changed policies due to pressure from protests and public opinion.
