Understanding the Tulsa Race Massacre

The video discusses the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921, highlighting its historical neglect in education, especially in Oklahoma. It explores reasons for this neglect, such as cultural biases and lack of inclusion in academic standards until the 2000s. Recent efforts to integrate this history into the curriculum are noted, emphasizing the importance of teaching diverse histories. The resilience of Greenwood post-massacre is also highlighted, along with hope for future generations to learn and understand this history.

What significant event occurred in Greenwood in 1921?

• The founding of Black Wall Street

• The Tulsa Race Massacre

• The first Oklahoma state fair

• The opening of a new university

Why do many Oklahomans remain unaware of the Tulsa Race Massacre?

• It was not included in school curriculums

• It happened in another state

• It was never documented

• It was a minor event

What was one reason the Tulsa Race Massacre was not taught in schools?

• Lack of historical evidence

• It was not considered important

• Cultural biases and personal views

• It was a recent event

When was the Tulsa Race Massacre included in Oklahoma's academic standards?

• 2002

• 2021

• 2019

• 1921

What is the focus of the new lesson plans for younger students regarding Greenwood?

• The geography of Tulsa

• The political history of Oklahoma

• The community of Greenwood

• The economic impact of Greenwood

Why is it important to teach all parts of Oklahoma's history?

• To form students' identities

• To promote tourism

• To focus only on major events

• To avoid controversial topics

What aspect of Oklahoma's history is emphasized as needing more attention?

• The history of sports teams

• The stories of non-White people

• The development of infrastructure

• The history of state fairs

What happened to Greenwood a decade after the massacre?

• It became a tourist attraction

• It was forgotten

• It was rebuilt and economically successful

• It was abandoned

What is often overlooked in history books about Greenwood?

• The architecture of Greenwood

• The role of Greenwood in the Civil War

• The natural resources of Greenwood

• The establishment and development of Greenwood

What is the hope for future generations regarding the history of Greenwood?

• That it will be rewritten

• That it will remain unchanged

• That it will be exposed and learned

• That it will be forgotten