Black History Month Vocabulary

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Which word means that people were separated, or kept apart from others because of their race?

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segregated

Front

When people refuse to do business with someone, they can _____ that business.

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boycott

Front

Someone who was strongly in favor of ending slavery was called _____?

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an abolitionist

Front

_____ means "the belief that all members of a race are worth less than another race."

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racism

Front

Which word means "to say 'no' to or object to something with words or actions?" Options: NAACP, philanthropy, activist, protest

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protest

Front

What was the secret network of people who helped slaves escape to freedom called?

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Underground railroad

Front

A citizen's rights to freedom and equality are called _____

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civil rights

Front

Someone who actively supports a cause is called _____?

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an activist

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_____ means "helping a cause, often through generous donations of money."

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philanthropy

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The _____ is the most well-known civil rights organization for African-Americans.

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NAACP