The Rise of Greenwood and Black Wall Street

The Rise of Greenwood and Black Wall Street

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The transcript details the migration of blacks to Oklahoma and the development of Greenwood, led by figures like JB Stratford and OW Gurley. Greenwood, known as Black Wall Street, became a thriving community with numerous black-owned businesses and institutions. However, racial tensions and threats from the white community loomed over its success, culminating in the tragic events of 1921.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was JB Stratford's vision for the Black community in Tulsa?

To integrate with the white community

To establish a self-sufficient Black community

To work in white-owned businesses

To move to another state

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who followed JB Stratford's example and contributed to the development of Greenwood?

Booker T. Washington

AJ Smitherman

Marcus Garvey

OW Gurley

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What nickname did Booker T. Washington give to Greenwood?

Little Africa

Negro Wall Street

Black Paradise

African Haven

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following was NOT a type of business found in Black Wall Street?

Amusement parks

Barber shops

Libraries

Car garages

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Marcus Garvey's plan for Black Wall Street?

To close it down

To relocate it to another city

To transport goods from various countries

To integrate it with white businesses

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did many white residents of Tulsa feel about the success of Black Wall Street?

Supportive

Indifferent

Intimidated and resentful

Proud

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event marked the culmination of racial tensions in Tulsa in 1921?

A peaceful protest

The explosion of racial tensions

A political rally

A community celebration