Native American
Why did Native activists protest at Mount Rushmore?
To bring attention to stolen Native land and broken promises.
Why did Mamie Till-Mobley choose an open-casket funeral for Emmett Till?
To show the truth about racist violence.
Why did the Barrio Logan community fight for Chicano Park?
They wanted community space and respect for their culture.
Why were Japanese Americans treated unfairly during World War II?
They were targeted because of suspicion of Japanese spies
Why is racism more than just rude words?
Racism can hurt people and affect real life, like in schools, laws, and systems.
How can losing land affect Native communities over time?
Loss of culture, resources, and power.
How did the Great Migration change life for many African Americans?
More opportunities, and escape racism and violence.
Why did Mexican American students organize the 1968 East LA walkouts?
To demand fair schools and better treatment.
Why did Fred Korematsu challenge Japanese internment during World War II?
He was treated unfairly even as a U.S. citizen; violated constitutional rights.
How does racism affect who receives justice in society?
It can limit opportunity and create unfair treatment because of race.
Why is it important to learn about Native resistance movements?
To understand how Native people fought for rights and justice.
Why did the Little Rock Nine need protection to attend school?
Racist mobs tried to stop school integration; federal troops were needed.
How can immigration programs like the Bracero Program help while also hurting the same group?
Workers got jobs, but faced unfair treatment and low wages.
How can fear during wartime lead to discrimination?
People may unfairly blame groups based on stereotypes and race.
Why do stereotypes cause harm even when people say they are “just joking”?
Repeated jokes can make unfair ideas seem normal.
How did broken treaties create distrust between Native nations and the U.S. government?
Broken promises show disrespect and injustice.
How did segregation limit opportunities for Black Americans?
It restricted education, jobs, and equal treatment.
Why did many Latin American independence movements grow after European control weakened?
Opportunity for self-rule and freedom.
Why did some judges disagree with Japanese American internment?
They believed people were targeted because of race.
How can different communities build solidarity with one another?
By working together against shared problems.
Why do many Native activists still fight for land rights and recognition today?
Because past injustices still affect Native communities.
Why did civil rights activists believe protest and resistance were necessary?
To challenge unfair laws and discrimination.
How did the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo change the lives of many Mexicans?
Many became U.S. citizens without moving.
Why did Japanese Americans resist Executive Order 9066?
It was an unfair order based on race.
Why is intersectionality important when studying identity?
People belong to multiple groups that shape experiences.