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Question 1

What program was created to provide health insurance for individuals aged 65 and older?

Answer 1

Medicare

Medicare is a federal program established in 1965 as part of the Great Society initiative.

Question 2

What program was established to assist low-income individuals and families with health care costs?

Answer 2

Medicaid

Medicaid provides health coverage for eligible low-income individuals and families.

Question 3

What significant social unrest occurred in urban areas during the mid-1960s?

Answer 3

The urban riots of the mid 1960s

These riots highlighted racial tensions and social inequalities in American cities.

Question 4

What movement emerged in the 1960s advocating for the rights of Native Americans?

Answer 4

The Native American Movement

This movement sought to address issues of sovereignty, cultural preservation, and civil rights for Native Americans.

Question 5

Which labor union was formed to improve conditions for farmworkers?

Answer 5

The United Farm Workers

Founded in 1962, this union aimed to secure better wages and working conditions for agricultural laborers.

Question 6

Who was the Chief Justice known for leading the Supreme Court during a period of significant change?

Answer 6

Earl Warren

The Warren Court is known for landmark decisions that expanded civil rights and liberties.

Question 7

Which U.S. president was assassinated in 1963 and was a proponent of civil rights?

Answer 7

John F. Kennedy

Kennedy’s presidency focused on advancing civil rights and economic opportunity.

Question 8

Which president is associated with the implementation of the Great Society programs?

Answer 8

Lyndon Johnson

Johnson’s Great Society aimed to eliminate poverty and racial injustice.

Question 9

What was the student-led protest advocating for free speech on college campuses in the 1960s?

Answer 9

The Free Speech Movement

This movement began at the University of California, Berkeley, and influenced student activism nationwide.

Question 10

What initiative aimed to eliminate poverty and racial injustice in the United States?

Answer 10

The Great Society

The Great Society was a set of domestic programs launched by Lyndon Johnson in the 1960s.

Question 11

What landmark Supreme Court case legalized abortion in the United States?

Answer 11

Roe v Wade

Decided in 1973, this case recognized a woman’s legal right to choose to have an abortion.

Question 12

What legislation aimed to eliminate wage disparity based on gender?

Answer 12

Equal Pay Act

Enacted in 1963, this act requires equal pay for equal work regardless of gender.

Question 13

What influential book by Rachel Carson raised awareness about environmental issues?

Answer 13

Silent Spring

Published in 1962, it is credited with advancing the modern environmental movement.

Question 14

Who was a prominent civil rights activist known for his advocacy of Black nationalism?

Answer 14

Malcolm X

Malcolm X was a key figure in the civil rights movement, known for his more militant approach.

Question 15

What is the name of the civil rights leader also known as Stokely Carmichael?

Answer 15

Kwame Ture

He became a prominent figure in the Black Power Movement.

Question 16

What organization was founded to promote civil rights and social justice among students?

Answer 16

Students for a Democratic Society

SDS was a major force in the anti-war and civil rights movements during the 1960s.

Question 17

What group emerged in the 1960s to advocate for African American rights and self-defense?

Answer 17

The Black Panthers

Founded in 1966, they focused on community service and armed self-defense against police brutality.

Question 18

What movement emphasized racial pride and the empowerment of Black Americans?

Answer 18

The Black Power Movement

This movement sought to promote cultural identity and resist oppression.

Question 19

What campaign was organized to address poverty among all Americans, particularly minorities?

Answer 19

The Poor People’s Campaign

Launched in 1968, it aimed to unite people across racial lines in the fight against poverty.

Question 20

What event in 1968 was notable for the participation of African American athletes and political statements?

Answer 20

The 1968 Olympics

Athletes Tommie Smith and John Carlos raised their fists in a Black Power salute during the medal ceremony.

Question 21

What book by Betty Friedan is credited with sparking the second wave of feminism?

Answer 21

The Feminine Mystique

Published in 1963, it addressed the dissatisfaction of women in the 1950s and 60s.

Question 22

What were the primary goals of the 2nd Wave of Feminism?

Answer 22

Goals of the 2nd Wave of Feminism include:
* Gender equality in the workplace
* Reproductive rights
* Legal inequalities
* Social and cultural issues

Question 23

What organization was a precursor to the LGBTQ+ rights movement, advocating for gay rights?

Answer 23

Mattachine Society

Founded in the 1950s, it was one of the first gay rights organizations in the U.S.

Question 24

What event in 1969 is considered a catalyst for the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement?

Answer 24

Stonewall

The Stonewall Riots were a series of confrontations between police and LGBTQ+ patrons at the Stonewall Inn.

Question 25

Who was a prominent conservative figure opposing the Women’s Liberation Movement?

Answer 25

Phyllis Schlafly ## Footnote Schlafly was known for her activism against the Equal Rights Amendment.

Question 26

What unique challenges do women of color face in the feminist movement?

Answer 26

The double struggle of women of color includes: * Racial discrimination * Gender discrimination

Question 27

What significant legal change occurred regarding birth control in the 1960s?

Answer 27

The legalization of birth control ## Footnote This change was pivotal in advancing women's reproductive rights.

Question 28

What cultural movement in the early 1960s was characterized by a revival of folk music?

Answer 28

The Folk Music Revival ## Footnote This movement brought attention to social issues through music and lyrics.

Question 29

What statement was adopted by Students for a Democratic Society outlining their goals?

Answer 29

Port Huron Statement ## Footnote The statement criticized the political system and called for participatory democracy.

Question 30

What movement opposed U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War?

Answer 30

The Anti-War movement ## Footnote This grassroots movement grew significantly during the 1960s.

Question 31

What tragic event at Kent State University highlighted the tensions of the Anti-War movement?

Answer 31

Kent State University killings ## Footnote In 1970, National Guardsmen shot and killed four students during a protest.

Question 32

What radical group formed in the late 1960s to oppose the Vietnam War?

Answer 32

The Weather Underground ## Footnote This group engaged in direct action and protests against the war.

Question 33

What subculture in the 1960s was known for its countercultural values and opposition to mainstream society?

Answer 33

Hippies ## Footnote Hippies promoted peace, love, and communal living, often associated with the anti-war movement.

Question 34

What genre of music became synonymous with the civil rights movement and cultural change during the 1960s?

Answer 34

Soul Music ## Footnote Soul music played a significant role in expressing the struggles and aspirations of Black Americans.

Question 35

What term refers to the collective efforts of women to achieve equality and liberation in the 1960s?

Answer 35

The Culture of Women’s Liberation ## Footnote This culture fostered discussions on women's rights and gender equality.