Hurricane Katrina: Crash Course Black American History #49

Clint Smith discusses the impact of Hurricane Katrina on New Orleans, highlighting personal experiences and systemic issues like racism and government failures. The video explores the formation of the hurricane, the failure of levees, and the challenges faced by residents during evacuation. It critiques the government's slow response and examines the long-term demographic changes in the city. The video also reflects on the interconnectedness of racism, economic inequality, and climate change, emphasizing the need for collective action.

What event disrupted Clint Smith's final year of high school?

• Hurricane Katrina

• Hurricane Sandy

• Hurricane Harvey

• Hurricane Andrew

What was a major cause of the flooding in New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina?

• Tsunami

• Earthquake

• Levee failures

• Heavy rainfall

What systemic issue did Hurricane Katrina highlight in New Orleans?

• Economic prosperity

• Systemic racism

• Technological advancement

• Political stability

What was one of the challenges faced by residents trying to evacuate New Orleans?

• Lack of water

• Lack of transportation

• Lack of shelter

• Lack of food

Which government agency was criticized for its response to Hurricane Katrina?

• FEMA

• NASA

• CIA

• FBI

What was a political consequence of the Hurricane Katrina response?

• Introduction of new tax laws

• Expansion of healthcare

• Resignation of FEMA's director

• Increased funding for education

What demographic change occurred in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina?

• Increase in Black population

• Decrease in white population

• Gentrification

• Increase in rural population

What global issue is linked to the increased frequency of storms like Hurricane Katrina?

• Overpopulation

• Deforestation

• Climate change

• Nuclear proliferation

Which group is often most affected by climate change according to the video?

• Politicians

• Middle-class families

• Black and Brown communities

• Wealthy individuals

What lesson does Hurricane Katrina teach about interconnected issues?

• They are insignificant

• They are unrelated

• They are isolated

• They are interconnected