Kansas City: The History of Racial Segregation and Disinvestment in Kansas City

The video explores the history of Kansas City's real estate development, focusing on J.C. Nichols and the Country Club Plaza. It highlights the racially restrictive practices that shaped neighborhoods and the impact of the Civil Rights era on urban development. The video also discusses blockbusting, disinvestment, and the social and economic consequences of segregation.

What was one of the significant contributions of J.C. Nichols to Kansas City?

• He established the first hospital.

• He was a famous musician.

• He developed the Country Club Plaza.

• He founded the first public school.

What was Troost Avenue originally used for?

• A shopping district

• A trail by the Osage people

• A railway line

• A military base

What was the impact of the Civil Rights era on school integration?

• It had no impact on schools.

• It led to the closure of schools.

• It resulted in the segregation of schools.

• It initiated the desegregation of schools.

What is blockbusting?

• A method to increase property values

• A strategy to encourage racial integration

• A tactic used by realtors to instigate fear and sell properties

• A government policy for urban development

What does the term 'disinvestment' refer to?

• Withdrawing financial support from an area

• Increasing property taxes

• Investing in new businesses

• Building new infrastructure

Which groups were involved in perpetuating segregation during the economic decline?

• Teachers and students

• Artists and musicians

• Realtors, bankers, and insurance companies

• Farmers and laborers

What was a consequence of the demographic shifts during the Civil Rights era?

• Rise in agricultural activities

• Economic prosperity

• Creation of ghost towns

• Increased urbanization