African-American Family Land

African-American Family Land

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Interactive Video

Social Studies, Business

11th Grade - University

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The video explores the story of Amy McCray Jenkins, who founded the Sandhills Family Heritage Association to preserve African American land ownership. It delves into her family's history, the challenges they faced, and her efforts to reconnect with her roots. The video highlights the importance of land ownership and the association's role in educating and supporting African American farmers. Jenkins' ultimate goal is to establish a museum to preserve this heritage.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event did Amy McCray Jenkins initiate in Spring Lake, NC?

A historical reenactment

A farmers market

A music festival

A cultural parade

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for Jenkins' family's eviction from their land?

Natural disaster

Financial debt

Government acquisition

Racial intimidation

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of Jenkins' mother's final wishes?

To move to a new city

To start a new business

To sell the family land

To return to the homeplace

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of the Sandhills Family Heritage Association?

Providing educational scholarships

Organizing cultural events

Promoting tourism

Encouraging land ownership

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge does Jenkins highlight regarding African American land ownership?

Rapid land loss

Limited access to technology

Lack of interest in farming

High property taxes

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the Spencers achieve upon returning to the Sandhills?

Began farming their own land

Opened a restaurant

Built a community center

Started a tech company

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Jenkins' ultimate goal for preserving cultural heritage?

Writing a book

Creating a documentary

Establishing a museum

Building a library