Economy
Which invention changed the development of agriculture in the 20th century?
a. The tractor
b. The mechanical reaper
c. The cotton gin
a. The tractor
_________ was a period of harsh economic conditions around the world. Many people lost their homes, jobs, and went hungry.
The Great Depression
Who was the first African American woman to become president of a bank?
Maggie Walker
The separation of people, usually based on race or religion
Segregation
Civil rights lawyer who helped fight for desegregation in Brown v. Board of Education
Oliver Hill
In the 20th century, Virginia transitioned from a rural, agricultural society to an urban _________ society.
industrialized
During the Great Depression, the federal government created ____________ programs to provide jobs and help people.
New Deal
Who led a Massive Resistance movement against desegregation of schools?
Harry F. Byrd, Sr.
The legal end of racial segregation
Desegregation
Who was the first African American champion the U.S. Open and Wimbledon tennis tournament?
Arthur Ashe
Why did people move from rural to urban areas?
a. Better schools
b. Government
c. Agriculture
d. Economic opportunities
d. Economic opportunities
Which amendment to the Constitution gave women the right to vote?
19th
Who was the first African American to become a state governor?
L. Douglas Wilder
The full equality of people of all races in public facilities and services
Integration
Which governor of Virginia modernized state government?
Harry F. Byrd, Sr.
Which of the following contributed to the change in Virginia's economy during the 20th century?
a. Decline of federal jobs
b. Growth of agriculture
c. Mechanization of agriculture and improvements in transportation
d. Introduction of new crops
c. Mechanization of agriculture and improvements in transportation
Who led a student strike against segregation that helped the Supreme Court to later order all schools to desegregate?
Barbara Johns
Which governor gave government jobs to more women and African Americans than any other previous governor?
A. Linwood Holton
What was the name of the movement to fight to women's right to vote?
Women's suffrage