Exploring Black History - Access 2/24

What does the term 'civil rights' mean?

• Another word for civil war

• Rights of citizens to political and social freedom and equality, especially for Black Americans.

• Rights of citizens to participate in sports and entertainment, especially for Black Americans.

Who was the first African American to serve as the President of the United States?

• Barack Obama

• Martin Luther King Jr.

• Colin Powell

• Nelson Mandela

What does it mean to "abolish" slavery?

• To support slavery

• To end slavery

What does "HBCU" mean?

• Historically Black College or University

• Historically Black Community or Union

What does the term 'segregation' mean?

• Separation of a specific group of people based on certain characteristics (race, ethnicity, or gender, etc.)

• It promotes acceptance and diversity

• Equal treatment and opportunities for all people

Who is known for refusing to give up her seat on a bus, sparking the Montgomery Bus Boycott?

• Rosa Parks

• Harriet Tubman

• Amelia Earhart

• Susan B. Anthony

Who is this?

• Martin Luther King, Jr.

• Malcolm X

• W.E.B Du Bois

Who was the leader of the nonviolent civil rights movement in the 1960s?

• Martin Luther King Jr.

• Rosa Parks

• Malcolm X

• John F. Kennedy

What is the significance of the Voting Rights Act of 1965?

• It was designed to restrict voting rights for minority groups

• It had no impact on voting rights in the United States

• It aimed to overcome barriers that prevented African Americans from their right to vote.

What does the term 'Black Lives Matter' represent?

• A movement advocating for the rights and equality of Black people.

• A campaign promoting the superiority of Black people over other races.

• A political party exclusively for Black individuals.

• A slogan for a new brand of black-colored clothing.