Civil Rights in the USA, 1945-74

These flashcards cover key concepts, events, and individuals related to civil rights in the USA from 1945 to 1974.

What event sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott in 1955?

The arrest of Rosa Parks for refusing to give up her seat on a segregated bus.

What was the significance of the Brown v. Board of Education ruling in 1954?

It declared that 'separate but equal' educational facilities were unconstitutional, leading to desegregation.

What were the main goals of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC)?

To promote civil rights through nonviolent protest and to help register voters.

What form of protest did the Freedom Riders utilize in 1961?

They traveled by bus to challenge segregation in interstate transportation.

What was the outcome of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?

It prohibited discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin in employment and public accommodations.

What was the key impact of the Voting Rights Act of 1965?

It aimed to eliminate barriers to voting for African Americans, significantly increasing voter registration.

What was the role of Martin Luther King Jr. in the Civil Rights movement?

He was a prominent leader advocating for nonviolent protest and equality.

Describe the significance of the March on Washington in 1963.

It united over 250,000 people in support of civil rights, culminating in Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'I Have a Dream' speech.

What was the main consequence of the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. in 1968?

It led to widespread riots and a setback in the civil rights movement's nonviolent approach.

What was the main focus of the Women's Liberation Movement in the 1960s?

To fight for equal rights, including workplace equality, reproductive rights, and an end to gender discrimination.

How did the media impact the civil rights movement?

It provided widespread coverage of protests, raising awareness and generating public sympathy for the movement.

What did the term 'Black Power' represent in the civil rights movement?

A more radical approach advocating for racial pride, self-defense, and the promotion of Black nationalism.