Civil Knowledge

What year did the Civil Rights Movement peak in the United States?

• 1955

• 1970

• 1963

• 1985

Who was the President of the Confederate States during the Civil War?

• Abraham Lincoln

• Ulysses S. Grant

• Robert E. Lee

• Jefferson Davis

What is the main principle of civil disobedience as advocated by Mahatma Gandhi?

• Nonviolent resistance to unjust laws and oppressive government actions

• Passive acceptance of unjust laws

• Supporting oppressive government actions

• Violent resistance to unjust laws

What are some examples of civil liberties?

• Right to bear arms

• Right to free healthcare

• Right to drive without a license

• Freedom of speech, freedom of religion, right to privacy, right to a fair trial, right to vote

What is the role of civil society in a democratic country?

• To act as a puppet for the government and ignore citizens' concerns

• To suppress citizens' rights and limit their participation in decision-making processes

• To promote corruption and lack of accountability

• To act as a watchdog, advocate for citizens' rights, promote transparency and accountability, and provide a platform for citizen participation in decision-making processes.

What are some key responsibilities of civil engineers?

• Developing software applications

• Performing medical surgeries

• Designing, constructing, and maintaining infrastructure, ensuring compliance with regulations and safety standards

• Managing financial portfolios

Who was the leader of the Montgomery Bus Boycott during the Civil Rights Movement?

• Malcolm X

• Rosa Parks

• Harriet Tubman

• Martin Luther King Jr.

What was the main cause of the Civil War in the United States?

• States' rights

• Foreign intervention

• Economic inequality

• The issue of slavery

What are some famous acts of civil disobedience in history?

• Susan B. Anthony's advocacy for women's suffrage through violent protests

• Nelson Mandela's support for apartheid

• Mahatma Gandhi's Salt March, Rosa Parks' refusal to give up her seat, Boston Tea Party

• Martin Luther King Jr.'s participation in the Vietnam War

What are some examples of civil liberties being restricted during times of crisis?

• free public transportation

• extended business hours

• mandatory voting

• Examples of civil liberties being restricted during times of crisis include curfews, limitations on public gatherings, and increased surveillance.