Identify and Discuss the Causes and the Consequences of the Student

question 104

Essay

Identify and discuss the causes and the consequences of the student rebellions of the 1960s and 1970s.

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Definitions:

Homer Plessy

The plaintiff in the landmark 1896 U.S. Supreme Court case Plessy v. Ferguson, which upheld racial segregation laws for public facilities under the doctrine of "separate but equal."

Louisiana

A state located in the southern part of the United States, known for its diverse cultures, history, and the city of New Orleans, a major site for Mardi Gras and jazz music.

Racial Segregation

The enforced separation of different racial groups in daily life, whether by law or social practice.

Whites-Only

Discriminatory policies or practices that restrict access or rights based on race, specifically excluding non-white individuals or groups.