Tennessee Black History Education Policy

The transcript discusses a bill in Tennessee that aims to make black history and culture lessons mandatory in public schools for grades five through eight. The bill has passed the Tennessee House with strong bipartisan support and is awaiting the governor's signature. Currently, schools are encouraged but not required to teach black history. The new law is seen as a significant step in deepening students' understanding of black Americans' contributions and challenges. Community leaders and historians view this legislative move as a turning point in U.S. history education.

What is the main focus of the new bill discussed in the video?

• To increase funding for schools

• To require lessons on black history and culture

• To introduce new technology in classrooms

• To reduce the number of school days

How did the Tennessee House vote on the bill?

• Unanimously against

• The bill was rejected

• With near unanimous support

• With a narrow margin

What is the significance of the bipartisan support for the bill?

• It suggests the bill will fail

• It indicates a lack of interest

• It highlights unity and agreement

• It shows division among lawmakers

What is the current state policy regarding black history lessons in Tennessee?

• They are only taught in high school

• They are optional and left to local boards

• They are mandatory in all grades

• They are banned in public schools

What grades will the new bill specifically target for black history lessons?

• Grades 9 through 12

• All grade levels

• Grades 5 through 8

• Grades 1 through 4

What is the expected impact of the new bill on students?

• It will decrease their interest in history

• It will confuse students about history

• It will deepen their understanding of black history

• It will have no impact

What does the video suggest about the future if we are not afraid to look back?

• The future is irrelevant

• The future is bleak

• The future is bright

• The future is uncertain

What does the new bill aim to achieve in terms of students' education?

• To make history lessons optional

• To deepen students' understanding of black Americans' contributions

• To focus solely on European history

• To eliminate history lessons

What does the historian in the video describe the bill as?

• An unnecessary addition

• A temporary measure

• A turning point for U.S. history education

• A minor change

What is the role of Governor Bill Lee in the process of the bill becoming law?

• He has no role in the process

• He can rewrite the bill

• He can sign the bill into law

• He can veto the bill