History of Racism
How many Africans were forcibly transported across the Atlantic Ocean between the 1500s and the 1800s?
about 12 million
What is “Uncle Tom” and how did it become a racial stereotype?
Uncle Tom was originally a story about a black man that helped other slaves become free. Instead, a parody was made where Uncle Tom was submissive, and wanted to do anything to please the white man.
When was BLM founded?
2013
what is the definition of racism?
Prejudiced acts based on the belief that one is superior because of race or ethnicity
What was the "Middle Passage"
the brutal ocean journey in which enslaved Africans were transported across the Atlantic from Africa
What is "Model Minority”?
a stereotype placed on both east and south asian groups. It is the belief that all Asians are smart, talented, excel in math and sciences, and so on.
What famous case triggered the start of BLM?
the acquittal in the Trayvon Martin case
_________ reflection encourages moral responsibility
Spiritual
Why did people think Slavery was good for the economy?
Slaves provided them free labor that increased profits and contributed to infastructure expansion as well as agricultural growth.
What are the main goals of the BLM movement?
End police brutality, Promote racial equity, criminal justice reform
If someone sees another student parfticipating in a racist action, what should they do?
report it!
In what year was segregation outlawed in schools by the Supreme Court (Brown v. Board of Education)?
1954
What event led to an increase of Islamophobia?
9/11
BLM focuses on systemic racism and ____ toward Black individuals
violence
What are some ways we can learn more about racism?
Books, documentaries, campus events, lectures, etc.
How was the Transatlantic slave trade different from the way ancient civilizations utilized slavery?
The Transatlantic Slave Trade was really when slavery became racially motivated, hereditary, and permanent and dehumanizing
What was the Chinese Exclusion Act?
A U.S. law that banned Chinese laborers from immigrating to the United State
Alicia Garza, Patrisse Cullors, and Opal Tometi
What are the 3 best concrete actions college students can take to adress racsim?
eductating themselves, promoting inclusivity, and speaking up