1. What was the meaning of “Double V” in the 1940’s? Give two examples of WWII era “victories” presented in lecture or reading
2.How did detention negativley impact Masao Takahashi’s life? Discuss two examples of how the internment/incarceration expierence affected his social and/or economic life.
3. Although the national offices of the NAACAP and LULAC used similar strategies, they mounted seperate movements. Why didnt those organizations join forces in the 1940s and 1950s?
4. How did Robert F Williams and his allies use the international polocies of the cold war to call attention the “kissing case” involving david e. simpson and james hanover thompson? Was this strategy ultimatley successfull?
5. Do you think the American Indian Movement, Black Power, and the Chicano movement shared more similarities or differences? Discuss examples.
Essay (800 words)-Analyze the role of violence in U.S social movements between 1954 and 1974. Specifically, how did violence factor into different groups’ strategies to advance their cause? (this can include the groups’ use of violence and/or their response to violence) Your essay must discuss the three differernt groupd we discussed in Unit 3 of this course(Native Americans, Blacks, Chicanos,)
Tips for writing the essay-
provide historical context for each group you choose
Analyze why violence was signifigant to that movement
discuss specific people,events, etc. that illustrate your point