Social Movement
What is a social movement in America?
Women's rights
LBGTQ rights
Civil rights
Climate change
What is a responsiblity?
something you are expected to do
What is the Bill of Rights?
the first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution
What does suffrage mean?
the right to vote is called suffrage
What happened at Seneca Falls?
It was the first women's rights convention in the United States. Held in July 1848 in Seneca Falls, New York.
What is an activist?
a person who fights openly and vigorously for a cause
What is a right at school for students?
-the right to learn
-the right to receive support
-the right to fair grading
-the right to be treated with kindness
Freedom of speech, religion and the press
Why was the 15th Amendment important?
It granted black men the right to vote in 1870
Name an activist
-Martin Luther King Jr
-Malcom X
-Sojourner Truth
-Dolores Huerta
-Cesar Chavez
What are a student's responsiblities?
-treating others respectfully
-be your own advocate
-ask ?s when confused
-work hard
What is the 1st Amendment?
Freedom of speech, religion, right to assemble and petition the government
Why was the 19th amendment important?
Women were allowed to vote in 1920
Responsibility
What is the 4th Amendment?
Protection from unreasonable search and seizure
What are suffragettes?
Suffragettes were women in the early 20th century who believed they should have the right to vote (suffrage)
What's the 8th Amendment?
Protects against cruel or unusual punishment