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Case Study: Civil Rights Movement

Question 2 • CA-Ethnic Studies

What led to the development of the Black Power movement during the mid-1960s?

Answer
A
anger after the acquittal of the men who murdered Emmett Till
B
encouragement after federal troops arrived in Birmingham, Alabama
C
frustration due to the slow pace of change despite widespread activism
D
excitement after the Supreme Court declared bus segregation was unlawful

Explanation

The Black Power movement developed in the mid-1960s as many activists grew frustrated that legal victories and years of protest had not brought change quickly enough. It emphasized Black self-determination and more direct action. Therefore, the correct choice is frustration due to the slow pace of change despite widespread activism.

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