America

• What were the key milestones of the Civil Rights Movement?

  1. Brown v. Board of Education (1954)
  2. Montgomery Bus Boycott (1955-1956)
  3. Little Rock Nine (1957)
  4. Sit-ins (1960)
  5. Freedom Rides (1961)
  6. March on Washington (1963)
  7. Civil Rights Act (1964)
  8. Voting Rights Act (1965)
• What was the significance of the Brown v. Board of Education ruling?


  It declared segregation in public schools unconstitutional
• What event sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott?

  Rosa Parks' refusal to give up her bus seat
• What was the Little Rock Nine known for?


  Integrating Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas
• Where did the sit-ins begin in 1960?


  Greensboro, North Carolina
• What were the Freedom Rides aimed at protesting?


  Segregation in public transportation
• What was the purpose of the March on Washington in 1963?


  To advocate for civil and economic rights for African Americans
• What did the Civil Rights Act of 1964 accomplish?


  Prohibited discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin
• What did the Voting Rights Act of 1965 prohibit?


  Racial discrimination in voting
• What did the Fair Housing Act of 1968 address?


  Discrimination in housing sales, rentals, and financing
• What did the 24th Amendment accomplish?


  Abolished poll taxes
• What were the key impacts of the Civil Rights Movement?


  • Legal equality and dismantling of Jim Crow laws
  • Increased political representation for African Americans
  • Desegregation of schools
  • Economic advancements and job opportunities
  • Cultural influence on other civil rights movements
  • Raised social awareness about racial issues
  • Ongoing challenges with racial inequality
• How did the Civil Rights Movement influence other social movements?


  It inspired movements like women's rights and LGBTQ+ rights
• What was Rosa Parks' contribution to the Civil Rights Movement?


  Her refusal to give up her bus seat sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott
• What was the role of Martin Luther King Jr. in the Civil Rights Movement?


  He was the most visible spokesperson and leader, known for his nonviolent approach
• What was Thurgood Marshall's role in the Civil Rights Movement?


  He successfully argued the Brown v. Board of Education case
• How did Malcolm X's approach differ from that of Martin Luther King Jr.?


  Malcolm X advocated for a more militant approach, while King emphasized nonviolence
• What is the nickname for the 1920s in America?


  The "Roaring Twenties"
• What was a key characteristic of the economic growth in the 1920s America?


  Significant economic growth
• What were the key aspects of the economic boom in the 1920s America?


  • Mass production techniques
  • Consumer culture
  • Stock market boom
  • Flourishing new industries (automobiles, aviation, electronics)
• Who revolutionized manufacturing with the assembly line?

  Henry Ford
• How did car ownership change from 1920 to 1929 in America?


  It increased from 8 million to 23 million
• What was a significant social change regarding women's rights in the 1920s?


  The 19th Amendment granted women the right to vote
• What cultural movement flourished during the 1920s, particularly among African Americans?


  The Harlem Renaissance
• What were the key social and cultural changes in the 1920s America?

  • Women's rights (19th Amendment)
  • The "New Woman" and flappers
  • The Harlem Renaissance
  • Prohibition and its effects
  • The Jazz Age
• What did the 18th Amendment establish in the United States?


  Prohibition of alcohol
• What was a major technological advancement in the 1920s that transformed American life?


  The widespread adoption of automobiles
• What impact did commercial radio broadcasting have in the 1920s?


  It brought entertainment and news into homes
• What were the key technological advancements in the 1920s America?


  • Mass production of automobiles
  • Commercial radio broadcasting
  • Common household appliances (refrigerators, washing machines)
  • Charles Lindbergh's transatlantic flight
  • Introduction of "talkies" in movies
• Who made the first solo transatlantic flight in 1927?


  Charles Lindbergh
• What was the political climate in America during the 1920s characterized by?

  Republican dominance and a retreat from international affairs
• What were the significant political developments in the 1920s America?

  • Republican dominance (Harding, Coolidge, Hoover)
  • "Return to normalcy"
  • Isolationism in foreign policy
  • Immigration restrictions (Immigration Act of 1924)
  • Corruption scandals (Teapot Dome)
• What did the Immigration Act of 1924 do?


  It limited immigration from certain countries
• What was a significant social issue that arose during the 1920s in America?

  Income inequality and racial tensions
• What were the major social and economic issues in the 1920s America?

  • Income inequality
  • Agricultural depression
  • Racial tensions and violence
  • Rise of organized crime due to Prohibition
  • Labor unrest for better conditions and wages
• How did Prohibition contribute to organized crime in the 1920s?


  It led to illegal production and distribution of alcohol
• What was a direct consequence of the 18th Amendment in the 1920s?


  An increase in illegal production and smuggling of alcohol
• What was the impact of the economic boom on rural communities in the 1920s?


  Many rural communities suffered economic hardship
• How did the economic prosperity of the 1920s contrast with the social issues of the time?


  While urban areas prospered, income inequality and racial tensions persisted
• What was the relationship between Prohibition and organized crime during the 1920s?


  Prohibition fueled organized crime as illegal alcohol trade became lucrative