How Did Most African Americans Feel About Entering World War

question 5

Multiple Choice

How did most African Americans feel about entering World War I?

• A) Because of their past experiences, blacks criticized the war; they knew it would bring no gains for them.
• B) Most supported it, and many served in the armed forces as a way to demonstrate their patriotism and loyalty.
• C) Some blacks openly protested the war through marches and demonstrations.
• D) Violence broke out in many cities across the United States as blacks protested unfair drafting practices.

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Definitions:

Collective Action

The pursuit of a goal or the addressing of a challenge by a group of individuals or organizations working together, often seen in social movements and collaborative projects.

Local-Level Issue

pertains to a problem or matter that is specific to a particular community or geographical area.

Strategic Planning

A systematic process of envisioning a desired future and translating this vision into broadly defined goals and a sequence of steps to achieve them.

Grassroots Organizations

Local or community-based groups that work from the bottom up to effect change on particular issues or policies.