Marian's Revolution Flashcard

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What was Marian Anderson's profession?

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A singer.

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Why was Marian Anderson banned from singing at Constitution Hall in 1939?

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She was African American.

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What was the significance of the first words Marian Anderson sang at the Lincoln Memorial concert?

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It was a song about unity and liberty, taking a stand against discrimination.

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What organization owned Constitution Hall and banned Marian Anderson from performing there?

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The Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR).

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How did Marian Anderson respond when she was turned away from a music school at age 18?

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She was shocked but determined to sing.

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What does the term 'Civil Rights Movement' refer to?

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A struggle for social justice and equality for African Americans in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s.

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What role did the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) play in Marian Anderson's career?

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They owned Constitution Hall and banned her from performing there due to her race.

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What was the impact of Marian Anderson's concert at the Lincoln Memorial?

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It became a symbol of the fight against racial discrimination and a pivotal moment in the Civil Rights Movement.

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What is the significance of the Lincoln Memorial in American history?

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It is a monument dedicated to Abraham Lincoln, symbolizing unity and freedom.

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What does the term 'discrimination' mean?

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Unjust treatment of different categories of people, often based on race, gender, or age.