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Civil Rights and Liberties — Test

Question 8 • US History

How did the Nation of Islam differ from the SCLC? Choose three correct answers.

Answer
A
The Nation of Islam encouraged nonviolent protests.
B
The Nation of Islam supported black nationalism.
C
The Nation of Islam fought for equal rights for African Americans.
D
The Nation of Islam advocated separation of the races.
E
The Nation of Islam promoted self-reliance for African Americans.

Explanation

The Nation of Islam emphasized black nationalism, advocating separation of the races and self-reliance for African Americans. Those positions differed from the SCLC’s focus on nonviolent protest and integration. Therefore, the correct answers are black nationalism, separation of the races, and self-reliance.

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