Prejudice and Discrimination

During the late Nineteenth Century and early Twentieth Century, America became and industrial leader. While the economy was thriving, the issue of segregation intensified and even took on new forms. After Reconstruction, African Americans in the South were the targets of discrimination. In this topic, Martina and Terrance will travel to a time when African Americans had limited rights and several important civil rights leaders emerged in response.

Essential Questions

• How were African Americans discriminated against after Reconstruction?
• What key civil rights leaders emerged in response to African American discrimination and segregation?