Racism and Labor in Northern Cities

This video is the final part of a series on tackling the DBQ for the AP US History exam. It guides students through analyzing documents to write an essay on the social and economic experiences of African-Americans migrating from the rural South to urban North between 1910 and 1930. The video outlines a five-paragraph essay structure, emphasizing the importance of synthesizing evidence into a coherent argument. Key themes include cultural and labor differences, and segregation patterns, with a focus on the persistent issue of racism. The conclusion reinforces the thesis that despite changes, racism remained a national problem.

What are the three major themes identified in the DBQ video?

• Political ideologies, economic theories, and social structures

• Economic growth, political changes, and technological advancements

• Social movements, economic policies, and cultural shifts

• Cultural differences, labor differences, and segregation patterns

What is the main thesis discussed in the video?

• Cultural differences were the main issue for African-Americans

• The more things change, the more they stay the same

• Racism was only a Southern problem

• Economic opportunities were equal in the North and South

What is the recommended structure for the DBQ essay?

• Introduction, two body paragraphs, and a conclusion

• Introduction, three body paragraphs, and a conclusion

• Introduction, four body paragraphs, and a conclusion

• Introduction, one body paragraph, and a conclusion

What was a significant cultural change for African-Americans moving North?

• Moving from urban to rural environments

• Moving from rural to urban environments

• Finding more agricultural jobs

• Experiencing less segregation

What was a common fear for African-Americans moving to Northern cities?

• Experiencing less racism

• Finding better housing conditions

• Getting hoodwinked in the new environment

• Being welcomed by the local community

How did labor opportunities change for African-Americans in the North?

• They continued working as sharecroppers

• They worked primarily in agriculture

• They found jobs in factories

• They became business owners

What was a persistent issue in Northern workplaces for African-Americans?

• Complete integration with white workers

• Equal pay for all workers

• Pervasive racism and segregation

• Lack of job opportunities

How did segregation manifest differently in the North compared to the South?

• Segregation was more violent in the North

• Segregation was less formal but still present

• There was no segregation in the North

• Segregation was exactly the same in both regions

What was the implicit threat for African-Americans who challenged segregation?

• Economic prosperity

• Violence or death

• Social acceptance

• Legal support from the government

What is the key takeaway from the DBQ video regarding racism?

• Racism was only a Southern issue

• Racism was eliminated in the North

• Racism was a national problem affecting both North and South

• Racism had no impact on African-Americans