I WONDER - Who Were The Key Figures In The American Civil Rights Movement?

I WONDER - Who Were The Key Figures In The American Civil Rights Movement?

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The video highlights key figures in the Civil Rights movement who worked to improve life for African Americans. It discusses Fannie Lou Hammer's efforts for voting rights, Ella Baker's organization of youth, and Thurgood Marshall's historic role as the first African American Supreme Court Justice. These individuals, among others, played significant roles in making America a more just and equal society.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main goal of the individuals mentioned in the introduction of the video?

To improve the economy

To enhance the quality of education

To promote technological advancements

To make life better and fairer for African Americans

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant role did Fannie Lou Hammer play in the Civil Rights movement?

She fought for voting rights and helped start a political party

She was the first African American Supreme Court Justice

She organized protests against segregation

She was a famous civil rights lawyer

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Ella Baker contribute to the Civil Rights movement?

By writing influential books on civil rights

By organizing young people to work for civil rights

By becoming the first African American Supreme Court Justice

By leading the March on Washington

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the first African American Supreme Court Justice?

Martin Luther King Jr.

Thurgood Marshall

Ella Baker

Fannie Lou Hammer

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the overall impact of the heroes mentioned in the video?

They made America a more equal and just place for everyone

They developed new educational curriculums

They increased the country's GDP

They improved international relations