The 1960s in America: A Decade of Change

The 1960s in America: A Decade of Change

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Amelia Wright

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The video explores the transformative 1960s in America, marked by the Civil Rights Movement, the Vietnam War, and significant political events. It highlights the contrast with the 1950s, the rise of radical civil rights leaders, and the escalation of the Vietnam War. The 1960 election, featuring Kennedy's victory, is discussed, emphasizing the impact of television. Kennedy's New Frontier policies and the Cuban Missile Crisis are also covered, illustrating the decade's turbulence and pivotal moments.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which movement in the 1960s was characterized by leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X?

The Anti-War Movement

The Environmental Movement

The Civil Rights Movement

The Women's Rights Movement

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant factor in John F. Kennedy's victory in the 1960 presidential election?

His economic policies

The influence of television debates

His military background

His experience as Vice President

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the name of Kennedy's program that aimed to address domestic issues with progressive policies?

The Great Society

The New Deal

The Fair Deal

The New Frontier

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which event brought the United States and the Soviet Union to the brink of nuclear war in the 1960s?

The Korean War

The Cuban Missile Crisis

The Vietnam War

The Berlin Blockade

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the Cuban Missile Crisis?

The crisis ended with a peace treaty

The Soviets retreated in the face of an American blockade

The Soviet Union launched a nuclear attack

The United States launched a nuclear attack