The Roots of Black Lives Matter: From Dred Scott to Ferguson

The Roots of Black Lives Matter: From Dred Scott to Ferguson

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John Selders introduces himself and discusses his roles in Hartford, Connecticut, and his involvement with the Black Lives Matter movement. He explains his connection to the movement through his hometown of Saint Louis and the events surrounding Michael Brown's death in Ferguson. Selders traces the origins of Black Lives Matter to a hashtag created in response to the Trayvon Martin case. He highlights the historical significance of the Dred Scott decision and its impact on racial justice, linking it to the modern-day struggles in Ferguson. The video emphasizes the themes of respect and social justice.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What roles does John Selders hold in Hartford, Connecticut?

Mayor, Teacher, and Activist

Pastor, Dean, and Co-founder of a social justice organization

Lawyer, Doctor, and Community Leader

Artist, Musician, and Writer

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How did the Black Lives Matter movement initially start?

As a political party

As a hashtag used by friends

As a university project

As a government initiative

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What event significantly contributed to the growth of the Black Lives Matter movement?

The election of Barack Obama

The shooting of Michael Brown

The signing of the Civil Rights Act

The end of the Cold War

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was the Dred Scott decision about?

Granting voting rights to women

Abolishing slavery in the United States

Establishing the Supreme Court

The rights of Black people in America

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Who was the Chief Justice during the Dred Scott decision?

William Rehnquist

Roger Taney

Earl Warren

John Marshall

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What was a common practice in Ferguson that contributed to the unrest?

Building new community centers

Offering scholarships to students

Pulling over individuals for minor infractions to generate revenue

Providing free public services

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What phrase did Fannie Lou Hamer famously say that resonated with the Ferguson protests?

Yes we can

Sick and tired of being sick and tired

We shall overcome

I have a dream