Flashcard on George Floyd Incident

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What does the term 'protest' mean?

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A formal and solemn declaration of objection.

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What was George Floyd suspected of using at the convenience store?

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A counterfeit $20 bill.

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What was the outcome of Derek Chauvin's trial?

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Conviction on all charges.

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How did police departments respond to the protests following George Floyd's death?

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They responded with riot-control tactics.

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Who was George Floyd?

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A local resident who was confronted by police for allegedly using a counterfeit bill.

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What event sparked nationwide protests in 2020?

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The death of George Floyd during an arrest by police.

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What was the significance of the phrase 'I can't breathe' in the context of George Floyd's death?

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It became a rallying cry for protests against police brutality and systemic racism.

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What role did social media play in the George Floyd protests?

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Social media helped spread awareness and mobilize support for the protests.

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What are riot-control tactics?

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Methods used by law enforcement to manage and disperse crowds during protests.

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What is systemic racism?

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A form of racism that is embedded in the policies and practices of societal institutions.