Year 11 - History
Direct action and the Civil Rights Movement
America 1920–1973, Opportunity and inequality
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Unit Summary
In this unit pupils undergo a period study that provides an unfolding narrative which tells a story about a period that shaped the world we live in today. They look at the key events, developments, people and stories that defined the chosen period.
Lesson Summary
Explain the role and impact of direct action in the Civil Rights Movement.
Key Notes
- Direct action was one of the methods used to challenge segregation.
- The Montgomery Bus Boycott challenged segregation on buses.
- Sit-ins and the Freedom Rides were organised to challenge segregation in the early 1960s.
- Direct action aimed to attract media attention.
- Publicity helped increase participation in protests and create more pressure for change.
Vocabulary To Learn
- boycott: when groups of people refuse to use or buy certain products and services
- direct action: the use of demonstrations or protests to achieve a goal, rather than negotiation or legal action
- publicity: widespread notice or attention given to someone or something by the media
- enhance: to improve something
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Civil rights campaigners avoided situations where they might be attacked by opponents.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Summarise this historical learning in two key ideas.
Direct action was one of the methods used to challenge segregation. The Montgomery Bus Boycott challenged segregation on buses.
2. Define this history term and explain why it matters in this topic. 'boycott'
when groups of people refuse to use or buy certain products and services.
3. Correct this common history misconception using evidence language.
Mistake: Civil rights campaigners avoided situations where they might be attacked by opponents. Correction: Attacks by opponents helped generate more publicity and sympathy for civil rights protests so risky situations were not avoided.
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