1960s-1970s Social Movements, Politics, and Key Events in U.S. History

What organization was founded by students in 1960 to express disillusionment with consumer culture?

Students for a Democratic Society

What was the Port Huron Statement?

A manifesto expressing students' disillusionment with consumer culture and the gap between rich and poor.

What movement was formed in response to the ban on student political activity at UC Berkeley in 1964?

The Free Speech Movement was formed in response to the ban on student political activity at UC Berkeley in 1964

What music genre did young Americans embrace during the 1960s, moving away from their parents' music?

Young Americans embraced folk music and later Rock N Roll in the 1960s

What was the significance of Haight Ashbury in 1967?

Haight Ashbury became a center for the hippie movement and the Summer of Love.

What major event occurred in August 1969, attracting over 400,000 people?

Woodstock music festival occurred in August 1969 and attracted 400,000 people

What was the main goal of the National Organization for Women (NOW) founded in 1966?

The main goal of the National Organization for Women (NOW) was to bring women into full participation in American society.

What did the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) aim to achieve?

The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) aimed to achieve equality of rights under the law shall not be denied based on sex.

Who was Phyllis Schlafly and what was her role regarding the ERA?

She led the STOP ERA movement, opposing the ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment.

What landmark Supreme Court case in 1973 established a woman's right to choose an abortion?

Roe v. Wade established a woman's right to choose an abortion

What was the impact of the introduction of the birth control pill in 1960?

The introduction of the birth control pill in 1960 gave women unprecedented control over reproduction.

What was George Wallace's stance during his independent presidential campaign?

George Wallace's stance during his independent presidential campaign focused on massive resistance to school integration and segregation.

What did Richard Nixon refer to as the 'Silent Majority'?

Richard Nixon referred to the non-shouting, non-demonstrating majority of Americans as the "Silent Majority."

What event in 1973 led to an oil embargo by OPEC against the United States?

The Yom Kippur War led to an oil embargo by OPEC against the United States

What environmental milestone occurred on April 22, 1970?

The first Earth Day was celebrated on April 22, 1970.

What incident at Three Mile Island in 1979 raised concerns about nuclear power?

A reactor core nearly melted down, leading to a public health crisis.

What event in 1968 severely damaged public support for the Vietnam War?

The My Lai Massacre severely damaged public support for the Vietnam War

What was the purpose of the Paris Peace Accords signed in 1973?

To end American combat involvement in Vietnam.