Segregation and Civil Rights Flashcard

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What does this image show?

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segregation

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The act of keeping people separate, usually because of race, is known as _______________ .

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segregation

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What was the name given to the fight to end segregation and discrimination against African Americans in the United States?

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The Civil Rights Movement

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Why did this woman get arrested?

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She refused to give up her seat on a bus for a white passenger.

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Which of the following took place at the event shown in the image? The Civil Rights Act was passed., Dr. King gave his "I Have a Dream" speech., People watched Jackie Robinson play baseball., A federal holiday was established in Dr. King's honor.

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Dr. King gave his "I Have a Dream" speech.

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This 1964 Act put an end to legal segregation.

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Civil Rights Act

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African Americans in Montgomery decided to show their support for Rosa Parks by walking instead of riding the buses. What is this form of protest called?

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boycott