The BPM AND BPP Flashcards
What did Malcolm X advocate for?
Black Power
Malcolm X was an eloquent advocate for Black Power, emphasizing the need for African Americans to fight for equal rights.
What was a key belief of the Black Power Movement regarding violence?
Violence was justified if necessary
This belief arose from disillusionment with non-violent protests, particularly those led by Martin Luther King Junior.
What did the Black Power Movement encourage among African Americans?
Racial pride and acknowledgment of African heritage
The movement aimed to instill self-worth and cultural pride in African Americans.
What significant social issue did the Black Power Movement address?
Poverty and racial discrimination
Despite the Civil Rights Movement’s efforts, many African Americans continued to face these challenges.
In 1967, what percentage of black families lived below the government’s poverty level?
One third
This statistic highlights the economic struggles faced by African Americans during this period.
How did the mortality rate for black babies compare to that of white babies?
Twice as high
Inadequate health care contributed to this disparity.
What was the public transport situation for African Americans in urban areas?
Inadequate public transport
This made it difficult for African Americans to access job opportunities.
What was one consequence of inadequate housing for African Americans?
Living in slum housing
Most African Americans in cities were relegated to inner-city ghettoes with poor living conditions.
What did the Black Power Movement reject from the Civil Rights Movement?
Non-violent protest
Many African Americans felt that the non-violent approach was too moderate and slow.
What was a significant outcome of the Black Power Movement?
Political and economic power for African Americans
The movement aimed to gain social, political, and economic power for African Americans.
What was a major difference in focus between the Civil Rights Movement and the Black Power Movement?
Cooperation vs. self-determination
The Civil Rights Movement focused on reconciliation, while the Black Power Movement emphasized self-determination.
Fill in the blank: The Black Power Movement aimed to _______ the process of change for African Americans.
accelerate
The movement sought to speed up the pace of social change.
What were the Black Panthers involved in during the 1960s?
Defending the rights of both workers and ethnic minorities like African Americans.
The Black Panthers aimed to address social injustices and support marginalized communities.
What was one of the demands of the Black Panther Party (BPP)?
Full employment and decent housing.
The BPP sought comprehensive social reforms to improve living conditions for African Americans.
What was the purpose of the BPP’s ‘Free Breakfast for Children’ program?
To feed thousands of poor and hungry black children.
This initiative aimed to alleviate hunger among children in African American communities.
Who were the founders of the Black Panther Party?
Huey Newton and Bobby Seale.
They established the BPP in 1966 to advocate for African American rights.
True or False: The BPP faced police harassment and significant opposition from law enforcement.
True.
The organization was frequently targeted by police, leading to confrontations and arrests.
Fill in the blank: The BPP was called the greatest threat to the internal security of the country by _______.
J. Edgar Hoover.
Hoover was the Director of the FBI and viewed the BPP as a radical organization.
What was one method the BPP used to defend African American neighborhoods?
Carrying loaded weapons as a form of self-defense.
Members of the BPP openly carried firearms to protect their communities from police brutality.
What educational initiative did the BPP implement to help black learners succeed at school?
A tutoring scheme.
This program aimed to provide academic support to African American students.
What did the BPP demand in relation to healthcare?
Free medical care.
The BPP sought to improve access to healthcare for African Americans.
In what cities did the BPP participate in shoot-outs against police?
New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles.
These cities were notable for violent confrontations involving BPP members and police.
What was the BPP’s stance on capitalism?
An end to capitalism.
The BPP criticized capitalism for perpetuating inequality and poverty in black communities.
What was the BPP’s approach to addressing poverty in black communities?
Instituting programs to help alleviate poverty.
The BPP focused on community initiatives to improve economic conditions.
