The Affluent Society and Civil Rights Movement

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What was the doctrine established by Plessy v. Ferguson?

The 'separate but equal' doctrine legitimized racial segregation.

What organization was founded in 1909 to fight for African American rights?

The NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People).

Who was Strom Thurmond?

An American politician who supported segregation and represented South Carolina in the Senate from 1954 to 2003.

What was the HOLC's contribution to mortgage lending?

The HOLC introduced the amortized mortgage, allowing borrowers to repay both principal and interest over a longer period with equal payments.

What benefits did the GI Bill of Rights provide veterans?

Free education, unemployment benefits, and financial support for starting businesses.

Who revolutionized cookie-cutter homes and created suburbs?

William Levitt.

What were some positive aspects of suburban life?

Quieter life, good community, good schools, and less expensive homes.

What were negative impacts of life in the suburbs?

Lack of diversity and the phenomenon of people moving away.

What key ruling did Brown v. Board of Education achieve?

It ruled that racial segregation in public schools was unconstitutional.

Who were the 'Clinton 12'?

The 12 African-American students who integrated Clinton High School in Clinton, Tennessee in 1956.

What was the significance of the Little Rock Nine?

The nine African American students who enrolled at Little Rock Central High School in 1957 and faced intense harassment.

What was the Jim Crow South?

A system of racial segregation and discrimination against African Americans that existed in the Southern states.

What event did Rosa Parks' refusal to give up her bus seat in 1955 ignite?

The Montgomery Bus Boycott.

Who was Martin Luther King, Jr.?

A pivotal figure in the Civil Rights Movement advocating for equality through nonviolent resistance.

What role did television play in the 50s/60s?

Television became a dominant force in American culture, influencing entertainment and social norms.

What was Jonas Salk known for?

He developed the first effective polio vaccine in the 1950s.

Who was Dr. Benjamin Spock and what was his contribution?

A pediatrician whose book on parenting changed how many parents raised their children.

What was the Beat Movement?

A cultural movement in the 1950s that rejected traditional values and promoted free expression.

What were the major accomplishments of Dwight Eisenhower's presidency?

He kept peace during the Cold War, built highways, ended the Korean War, supported civil rights, and helped the economy grow.