America 1920-1973Definitions

Key Terms

Part of Segregation — GCSE History

This definitions covers Key Terms within Segregation for GCSE History. Revise Segregation in America 1920-1973 for GCSE History with 10 exam-style questions and 3 flashcards. This topic appears regularly enough that it should still be part of a steady revision cycle. It is section 4 of 9 in this topic. Make sure you can use the exact wording confidently, because definition marks are often lost through vague language.

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Section 4 of 9

Practice

10 questions

Recall

3 flashcards

📖 Key Terms

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Why Did This Happen?Common Misconceptions What Was Life Like Under Segregation?The Reality of "Separate but Equal"

Practice Questions for Segregation

What did the Supreme Court rule in the case of Plessy v Ferguson in 1896?

A. Racial segregation was unconstitutional in all public places
B. Black Americans had the right to vote without restrictions
C. Black Americans could not serve on juries in the South
D. Racial segregation was constitutional provided facilities were 'separate but equal'

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Describe two features of the Jim Crow laws in the American South.

4 marksstandard

Quick Recall Flashcards

What was Plessy v Ferguson (1896)?

Supreme Court ruled "separate but equal" was constitutional

What were Jim Crow laws?

State laws enforcing racial segregation in the South

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Why Did This Happen?

Common Misconceptions