Over the past century, Black Americans and Mexican Americans have overcome many obstacles to achieve and protect equal rights. In 3–5 sentences, evaluate which policy, movement, or Supreme Court case you feel was the most significant in the fight for equality.(4 points)


Short Answer Rubric (4 points)
Points Awarded Criteria
4
The answer is very clear.

The answer is fully supported by details.

There may be a few errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics. Errors do not interfere with meaning.

3
The answer is mostly clear.

The answer is supported by mostly relevant details.

There are a few errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics. Errors do not interfere with meaning.

2
The answer is somewhat clear.

Details are weak or not related.

There are some errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics. Errors interfere with meaning.

1
The answer is not clear.

There are few or no supporting details.

There are many errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics. Errors interfere with meaning.

0 The question is not answered.

1 answer

The most significant policy, movement, or Supreme Court case in the fight for equality for Black Americans and Mexican Americans is Brown v. Board of Education (1954). This landmark Supreme Court case declared segregation in public schools unconstitutional, paving the way for desegregation and equal educational opportunities for all students. The decision had a ripple effect on other areas of society, leading to the Civil Rights Movement and increased awareness and progress towards racial equality. The impact of Brown v. Board of Education continues to be felt today in the ongoing fight for equal rights for all.