What effect did the Watts Riots have on the civil rights movement?

The Watts Riots of 1965 drew attention to deep racial and economic inequalities, but the violence also increased fear and distrust. Rather than bringing greater equality or solving urban problems, the riots heightened racial tensions and concern that more violence could occur. Therefore, the correct choice is “They caused more racial tensions and concern for more violence.”

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