Assignment

Each answer should be a minimum of 250 words, single spaced

1. How did the experiences of African Americans during World War II lay the foundation for the modern civil rights movement?

2. The civil rights movement gained momentum in the 1950s, nearly 90 years after Reconstruction. Explain why the movement finally took off in the 1950s. What caused it to do so?

3. The Cold War impacted every aspect of American life. Discuss the domestic implications of the Cold War. Your essay should explain how the Cold War affected higher education, the economy, immigration policy, civil rights, and civil liberties.