Who was Booker T. Washington? (slide 1)
Booker T. Washington was an African American educator, author, and civil rights leader. He founded the Tuskegee Institute in Alabama. Washington advocated for vocational education and economic self-reliance.
What led to the establishment of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)? (slide 2)
The NAACP was established in response to racial discrimination and violence against African Americans. Events such as the Springfield Race Riot of 1908 highlighted the urgent need for organized advocacy for civil rights.
Identify and describe prominent African American leaders during the Progressive Era. (slide 2)
Prominent leaders included W. E. B. Du Bois, who criticized Washington's approach and advocated for civil rights and higher education. Ida B. Wells was a journalist and activist who campaigned against lynching. Marcus Garvey promoted black nationalism and economic independence.
What was the Atlanta Compromise? (slide 3)
The Atlanta Compromise was an agreement proposed by Booker T. Washington in 1895. He suggested that African Americans should accept segregation and disenfranchisement in exchange for vocational training and economic opportunities.
What were the goals and strategies of African American leaders during the Progressive Era? (slides 3 & 4)
Their goals included fighting for civil rights, political representation, and social justice. Strategies included education, legal challenges, and grassroots organizing to challenge discrimination and promote equality.
What was the lasting legacy of leaders like Booker T. Washington and W. E. B. Du Bois? (slide 4)
The legacies of Washington and Du Bois shaped future civil rights movements. Washington's emphasis on education and self-help influenced many, while Du Bois's advocacy for civil rights laid the groundwork for organizations like the NAACP and later movements for equality.
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