Non-Violent_Protests_notes Flashcards
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What is a march in the context of non-violent protest?
A coordinated, peaceful procession of people walking together to publicly show support or demand change on a specific issue
Marches often include signs, chants, songs, and speeches to raise awareness and inspire action.
What was the significance of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom in 1963?
Gathered over 250,000 people at the Lincoln Memorial, where Dr. King gave his famous ‘I Have a Dream’ speech
This event highlighted the demand for civil and economic rights.
What were the Selma to Montgomery marches in 1965 protesting?
Barriers to Black voting rights in the South
The first attempt, known as ‘Bloody Sunday,’ saw peaceful marchers attacked by police.
Who was Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.?
A leader in the Civil Rights Movement who advocated for nonviolence and racial equality
He led many marches and was a prominent figure in the movement.
What were the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) and Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC)?
Key organizations involved in the Civil Rights Movement promoting nonviolent protest and mobilizing activists
SCLC was founded by Dr. King and other leaders; SNCC focused on youth involvement.
What was the impact of marches during the Civil Rights Movement?
Brought massive national and international attention to the movement and contributed to landmark laws like the Civil Rights Act and Voting Rights Act
Showed unity and determination of African Americans and allies.
What are sit-ins?
Peacefully occupying a segregated space and refusing to leave until served equally or forcibly removed
This method was used to challenge segregation in public spaces.
What sparked the famous sit-in in Greensboro, NC in 1960?
Four African American students sat at a whites-only counter at Woolworth’s and refused to leave
This event inspired similar protests across the South.
What was the impact of sit-ins during the Civil Rights Movement?
Sparked a national movement leading to the desegregation of public facilities and highlighted the courage of young activists
Brought media attention to the protests.
What is a boycott?
An organized refusal to purchase or use products or services from businesses that support injustice or racism
It serves as a form of economic pressure to drive change.
What initiated the Montgomery Bus Boycott?
Rosa Parks’ arrest for refusing to give up her seat on a segregated bus
This boycott lasted over a year and involved more than 40,000 people.
What was the outcome of the Montgomery Bus Boycott?
Severely hurt the finances of the Montgomery Bus Company and led to a Supreme Court ruling against bus segregation
Marked the rise of Dr. King as a national leader.
What is the role of symbols in protest?
Visual symbols represent solidarity, resistance, or demand for justice
They communicate messages and unite supporters around a shared cause.
What was the significance of the slogan ‘I AM A MAN’ during the Civil Rights Movement?
Worn on buttons by protesters during the 1968 Memphis Sanitation Workers’ Strike to symbolize dignity and equality
It became an iconic representation of the struggle for civil rights.
What were key lawsuits during the Civil Rights Movement?
Plessy v. Ferguson, Murray v. Maryland, Brown v. Board of Education
These cases challenged segregation and established legal protections for civil rights.
What was the ruling in Brown v. Board of Education?
Declared racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional
It was a landmark case that overturned Plessy v. Ferguson.
Who was Thurgood Marshall?
Lead attorney for the NAACP Legal Defense Fund and later the first Black U.S. Supreme Court Justice
He played a crucial role in civil rights litigation.
What was the impact of Brown v. Board of Education?
Launched the modern Civil Rights Movement and set important legal precedents to dismantle segregation laws
Demonstrated the law’s power in achieving civil rights.
