Attica Rebellion Key Events and Figures

Attica Rebellion Key Events and Figures

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Social Studies, Moral Science

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Amelia Wright

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The 1971 Attica Prison Rebellion was a response to severe overcrowding and racial discrimination. Led by Elliott Barkley, Frank Smith, and Herbert X. Blyden, prisoners demanded better conditions and rights. The uprising resulted in a violent retake ordered by Governor Rockefeller, leading to numerous deaths. Despite the tragedy, the rebellion highlighted systemic issues and inspired ongoing social justice efforts.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the main reasons for the Attica Prison Rebellion?

Poor food quality

Insufficient recreational activities

Lack of educational programs

Overcrowding and racial discrimination

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Elliott Barkley express his feelings about life at Attica?

By writing letters to his mother

By escaping the prison

By refusing to eat

By organizing protests

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event occurred just weeks before the Attica uprising?

A prison-wide hunger strike

The death of activist George Jackson

A visit from the Governor

A riot in another prison

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did Herbert X. Blyden play during the Attica Rebellion?

Chief negotiator

Spokesperson

Medical officer

Security chief

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the key demands made by the prisoners during the rebellion?

More visiting hours

Better food quality

Amnesty for crimes committed during the uprising

Increased recreational time

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the government's response to the rebellion?

All demands were met

The prison was peacefully retaken

Prisoners were transferred to another facility

A violent retaking resulted in many deaths

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Governor Rockefeller initially perceive the outcome of the retaking of Attica?

As a necessary action

As a beautiful operation

As a tragic event

As a failure

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