Black Power Movement

US History

Who was James Powell?

A 15 year old African American boy shot and killed by a NYPD police officer.

How long did the riots following James Powell's death last?

Six days.

What city experienced riots soon after those in New York following James Powell's death?

Los Angeles.

How many people were killed during the riots in Los Angeles?

34 people.

What was a common reaction in cities across the country following the initial riots?

Violent riots broke out in cities across the country for the next few years.

What was the underlying cause of the urban violence experienced by many black U.S. citizens?

Frustration over the slow pace of desired changes.

What was Malcolm X's birth name?

Malcolm Little

In what year did Malcolm Little join the Nation of Islam?

1946

What name did Malcolm Little adopt after joining the Nation of Islam?

Malcolm X

When was Malcolm X released from jail?

1952

What role did Malcolm X take on after his release from jail?

Preacher for the Nation of Islam

How is Malcolm X described as a speaker?

Charismatic

What is a key difference between Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr. regarding their beliefs on responding to oppression?

Malcolm X did not believe in 'turning the other cheek.'

What term is often used to describe Malcolm X's approach to activism?

Militant

Who was troubled by the behavior of the Nation of Islam's leader, Elijah Muhammad?

Malcolm X

What organization did Malcolm X leave while continuing to worship as a Muslim?

The Nation of Islam

What did Malcolm X do after leaving the Nation of Islam?

He began his own organization and started to soften his message.

When was Malcolm X assassinated?

February 1965

Where was Malcolm X assassinated?

Harlem

How many members of the Nation of Islam were convicted of Malcolm X's assassination?

Three

What happened to two of the men convicted of Malcolm X's assassination in 2021?

They were exonerated.

What organization did Stokely Carmichael lead early in his career?

SNCC (Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee)

What event did Stokely Carmichael join in June 1966?

The 'Walk against Fear' march led by James Meredith in Mississippi

What happened to James Meredith during the 'Walk against Fear'?

He was shot and could not finish the march

What happened to Stokely Carmichael during the 'Walk against Fear'?

He was arrested

What did Stokely Carmichael do the day after his arrest?

He showed up at the rally, beaten and bruised

What is the famous quote from Stokely Carmichael's speech at the rally?

"This is the twenty-seventh time I have been arrested-and I ain't goin to jail no more!"

What did Stokely Carmichael say about freedom in his speech?

"We been saying freedom for six years-and we ain't got nothin'."

What did Stokely Carmichael advocate for in his speech?

Taking over to stop oppression from white men

Who founded the Black Panthers?

Bobby Seale and Huey Newton

When was the Black Panthers founded?

October 1966

What was one of the main goals of the Black Panthers?

To protect vulnerable black people in their community

What was one of the demands of the Black Panthers?

Full employment

What was another demand of the Black Panthers?

Decent housing

What was a third demand of the Black Panthers?

Exemption from military service

What was the primary purpose of the Black Panther Party?

To organize and provide support for their community.

What service did the Black Panther Party offer for children?

Free breakfast.

What type of protection did the Black Panther Party provide?

They were openly armed to protect their community from police violence.

What action did the California legislature take in response to the Black Panther Party?

They put forth a gun control bill.

What did the Black Panther Party do in protest of the gun control bill?

They showed up to the capitol armed.