Laws that enforced segregation and reversed the progress made by the reconstruction amendment are called . . .

T or F: The Federal Government responded to segregation by passing legislations that would end social problems.

T or F: In 1948, President Truman used Exec. Order 9981 to segregate the military in order to prevent integration.

Breaking unjust laws by using civil tactics (sit-ins, freedom riders, and Rosa Parks actions). Used in the non-violent movement and by MLK.

Boycott of the bus system in Montgomery Alabama after the arrest of Rosa Parks that lasted 381 days.

African American students that went to Little Rock Central in an attempt to desegregate the schools. The federal government supported these students because state and local governments resisted integration of schools.

Organized by the SNCC, students would sit at a white's only lunch counter in an effort to integrate.

White and Black students would ride on busses from the north to the south to challenge the government to enforce the Supreme Court decision of banning segregation on interstate transportation.

Economic Boycott to improve working conditions for migrant workers led by Caesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta.

Which of the following organizations was a non-violent group that practiced civil disobedience?

George Wallace, Orval Faubus, Lester Maddox all wanted to keep things the same (status quo). The were known as . . .

Painted murals to highlight Mexican American culture, a sense of cultural pride.

An organization that wanted better working conditions and wages for migrant farmers.

Wanted more aware of their culture; gained exposure by occupying Alcatraz and Wounded Knee

Which court case in 1896 set precedence of "separate but equal" made segregation in schools and public places legal?

University of Texas tried to create a separate Law School for African Americans was found unconstitutional. Set precedent for Brown vs. Board of Education.

Reversed Plessy vs. Ferguson. Desegregation of African Americans in schools. Led to achieving equality in other aspects of society.

Led to the desegregation of Mexican Americans in school in California. The Mexican American schools were not equal.

Once arrested and accused of a crime you must be informed of your constitutional rights (Miranda Rights).

Leader of the non-violent Civil Rights movement. Known for his “I have a dream” speech-that expressed his hope for equality amongst the races that would benefit everyone. Used civil disobedience to achieve equality.

Did not give up her bus seat and was arrested. Her arrest led to the Montgomery Bus Boycott.

Head of the NAACP legal defense, Lawyer, 1st African American Supreme Court Justice.

One of the leaders of the Chicano Movement; organized the Farm Workers Union; Grape Boycott.

One of the leaders in the Chicano Movement, organized the grape boycott and advocated for educational opportunities for the urban poor and ethnic minorities.

Leader in the Feminist Movement. Wrote The Feminine Mystique that that questioned traditional women roles/norms at home and encouraged women to choose the lifestyle that would fulfil them, even if it goes against traditional social norms.

Prohibited discrimination in the businesses (work) by employers. Increased the amount of women working by requiring gender equality in the workplace.

Ended discriminatory practices in polling locations like poll taxes, literacy tests, and gerrymandering. Led to increased African American voter participation. (15th Amendment)

Ensures minority representation in colleges and businesses. Allow equal access to better jobs and education.

Abolished poll taxes as a requirement for voting.

Increased involvement of Women in college and college sports. Helps women get an education to get better jobs and opportunities.

Lyndon B. Johnson's program that fought against social inequality. Helped poverty and discrimination.

MLK’s speech to pressure Congress to pass civil rights legislation, is called "I Have a Dream."

Parent’s rights to freedom of religion outweigh the state’s right to compulsory school education. Amish students do not need to attend school after 8th grade.

Texas systematically excluding Mexicans from Jury duty violates the equal protection of the 14th Amendment.

Students still have their First Amendment rights on school grounds. Students could wear armbands as a sign of personal expression.

Protests did not help expand participation in the political process because it did not bring attention to problems associated with voting.

The 15th, 17th, 19th, 24th, and 26th Amendments expanded individual rights and suffrage, allowing more citizens to participate in the political process and engage in government.

Police officers forcibly entered a house without a warrant. Protection against the 4th Amendment (unreaonable seaches and seizures) were expanded.

Members armed themselves and were willing to take necessary means to protect their homes and families.

Young college students enforced the use of nonviolence among those engaging in sit-ins and other protest activities.

Leaders worked with existing laws and within the court system to increase the rights of African Americans.

Members wanted equality for Latin Americans, by organizing school walkouts to call attention to unsatisfactory educational opportunities.

T or F: The Civil Rights Movement increased diversity in the workplace and in other public places.

What legislation established a civil rights division within the U.S. Department of Justice to enforce laws prohibiting discrimination?

The 19th Amendment recognized __________________ who fought for their civil rights regardless of class, race, and ethnicity.

He was an activist alongside MLK Jr. He continued to use peaceful protest and political

action to expand civil rights.

Who was a prominent civil rights activist and co-founded NAACP?

During Reconstruction the Thirteenth, Fourteenth, and Fifteenth Amendments were ratified. Which issue did these amendments address?

The Civil Rights Act of 1957 established a Civil Rights Division within the U.S. Department of Justice. What was the main purpose of this division?