1960s Social Movements and Protests

The video explores the cultural and social changes in America during the 1960s, focusing on the university district's embrace of alternative organizations and politics. It highlights the impact of the Vietnam War and civil rights movements on students, leading to protests and riots at OSU and Kent State. The aftermath saw a shift from youthful innocence to adult activism, with a legacy of community and political engagement.

What was one of the key changes in the social fabric of America during the 1960s?

• The rise of digital technology

• The end of the Cold War

• The emergence of alternative organizations

• The decline of university education

What was a common theme among the alternative newspapers of the 1960s?

• Sports news

• Celebrity gossip

• Alternative politics

• Mainstream politics

Which type of music was influential in the cultural centers of the 1960s?

• Jazz

• Electronic

• Rock-and-roll

• Classical

What major event led to increased questioning of authority among students in the 1960s?

• The Space Race

• The Watergate Scandal

• The Vietnam War

• The Civil Rights Movement

Which group was involved in the protests alongside students during the Vietnam War era?

• International organizations

• Government officials

• Local businesses

• Professors and residents

What was the general sentiment among students and residents during the Vietnam War protests?

• Ignorance about the war

• Support for the war

• Indifference to the war

• Questioning the war's necessity

What was the outcome of the April 29, 1971, event at OSU?

• A student festival

• A new university policy

• A full-blown riot

• A peaceful protest

What was the reaction of the National Guard during the OSU riot?

• They organized a concert

• They advanced on students

• They provided medical aid

• They distributed food

What tragic event occurred at Kent State University on May 4, 1970?

• A National Guard shooting

• A student protest

• A natural disaster

• A university closure

What was the immediate response of the Ohio State President after the Kent State incident?

• Issuing a public apology

• Increased campus security

• Shutting down the campus

• Organizing a peace rally