Civil Rights Movement Key Figures and Events

The video explores America's identity rooted in life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, highlighting lesser-known civil rights leaders. Josephine Ruffin advanced civil rights for African-American women, Carter G. Woodson promoted black history education, and A. Philip Randolph influenced labor and civil rights. Ella Baker played a key role in civil rights organizations, Willa Brown pioneered in aviation, Dolores Huerta advocated for labor and women's rights, and Claudette Colvin took a stand against bus segregation. These leaders exemplify the ongoing fight for equality and justice.

What are the core tenets that the identity of America is deeply rooted in?

• Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness

• Peace, Unity, and Prosperity

• Freedom, Justice, and Equality

• Democracy, Rights, and Freedom

Who was the first black man to graduate from Harvard Law School?

• A. Philip Randolph

• George Louis Ruffin

• Carter G. Woodson

• Martin Luther King Jr.

What was the primary focus of Josephine Ruffin's advocacy?

• Desegregation of public schools

• Advancement of civil rights for African-American women

• Voting rights for all citizens

• Labor rights for African-American workers

What significant event did Carter G. Woodson help establish that is celebrated today?

• Black History Month

• Civil Rights Day

• Freedom Day

• Equality Week

Which labor union did A. Philip Randolph found?

• Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee

• Southern Christian Leadership Conference

• National Association for the Advancement of Colored People

• Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters

What was Ella Baker's role in the civil rights movement?

• She co-founded the National Farm Workers Association.

• She was the first Latina inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame.

• She was a key organizer in several influential civil rights organizations.

• She was the first black woman to be licensed as a private pilot.

What was Willa Brown's significant achievement in the field of aeronautics?

• First black woman to fly solo across the Atlantic

• First black woman to be licensed as a private pilot in the U.S.

• First black woman to become an astronaut

• First black woman to own an airline

What organization did Dolores Huerta co-found with Cesar Chavez?

• American Civil Liberties Union

• United Farm Workers

• National Organization for Women

• National Farm Workers Association

What action did Claudette Colvin take that was similar to Rosa Parks?

• Organized a sit-in at a segregated lunch counter

• Filed a lawsuit against segregation laws

• Led a march on Washington

• Refused to give up her bus seat to a white person

What was the main goal of the Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) that Ella Baker helped form?

• Advocate for labor rights

• Support women's suffrage

• Promote black aviation

• Organize non-violent protests and demonstrations