Civil War to Civil Rights
What was the name of the southern states that broke away from the Union?
The Confederate States of America
What are some typical challenges people face when moving to a new country?
Language barriers, culture shock, feeling like an outsider, missing home, adapting to new habits.
Which job has two million people in China employed and is related to online content?
Censorship
Which countries did President George W. Bush describe as the "axis of evil"?
Iran, Iraq, and North Korea.
What was the name of the time period after the Civil War where the South had to be rebuilt?
The Reconstruction Era
Can a person belong to more than one culture at the same time?
Yes – many people live between cultures and combine values and traditions from both.
What is the KGB?
The Soviet intelligence agency that planted fake news stories.
Who were the "Sicarii" and what weapon did they use?
They were early terrorists who used hidden daggers called "sicae."
What organization was founded in 1909 to fight racial injustice in the courts?
The NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People)
How can travelling or living abroad change the way you see yourself?
It can make you more open-minded, independent, and reflective about your own culture.
What is “Crooked Hillary”?
Donald Trump gave this unflattering nickname to Hillary Clinton
Why do terrorists often avoid claiming responsibility for attacks?
To create the feeling of fear
What did Rosa Parks do in 1955 that helped spark the Civil Rights Movement?
She refused to give up her bus seat to a white person
What makes someone feel like they don't belong – and how can that change?
Differences in appearance, language, or behaviour can cause that feeling. Time, understanding and connection can help overcome it.
What is disinformation?
This term means using media to mislead or control people with false stories.
What happened after the invasions of Afghanistan and Iraq regarding terrorist support?
There was an increase in support for rebel movements and terrorist organisations like al-Qaeda.
What was the name of the 1863 document issued by President Lincoln that declared slaves in Confederate states to be free?
The Emancipation Proclamation
Why is it important to understand other cultures in today’s world?
It helps build tolerance, avoid misunderstandings, and create better communication between people from different backgrounds.
What is the real-name registration law?
This Chinese law requires users to register on forums using their real name.
Which medieval Muslim group inspired the word "assassin"?
The Hashshashin