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Civil Rights — Test

Question 5 • United States History II: The Industrial Revolution to the Present

What factors contributed to the Watts riots of 1965?

Answer
A
frustration with the civil rights movement
B
racism against white officers
C
fear that segregation would end
D
anger over widespread racism

Explanation

The Watts riots followed years of racial discrimination and unequal treatment in Los Angeles, along with tensions between Black residents and police. These conditions fueled anger over widespread racism, making choice C correct. The riots were not driven by racism against white officers or fear that segregation would end.

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