20th Century

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Who was the first African American to be elected as a state governor?

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L. Douglas Wilder

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What is one reason why Virginia cities grew in the 20th century?

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Improvements in transportation

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During the 1930s, America experienced a period of harsh economic conditions called _______

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The Great Depression

Front

What was the solution to the hardships of the Great Depression?

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The New Deal

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During the Civil Rights movement, laws were passed that made _____ unlawful.

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Racial discrimination

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What was the significance of the New Deal?

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It was a series of programs and reforms to help recover from the Great Depression.

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What does desegregation mean?

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The process of ending the separation of different races.

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What was Massive Resistance?

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A campaign in Virginia to resist school desegregation.

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What was the purpose of the Freedman's Bureau?

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To help former slaves transition to freedom after the Civil War.

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What was the impact of World War I on the 20th century?

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It led to significant social, political, and economic changes worldwide.