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AOW 2.17.20

Published on Feb 17, 2020

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AOW 2.17.20

"Greensboro Sit In"
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Considerations for Discussion

  • Summarize the main facts of this article- include the who, what, when, where, why and how to provide a complete picture of events.

Considerations for Discussion

  • The Greensboro Four were influenced by the nonviolent protest techniques of what famous historical figure?
  • What event motivated these four men to plan and participate in this protest?
  • What role did Ralph Johns, a local white businessman play in the protest?
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Considerations for discussion

  • Looking at this article from a cause and effect perspective, what effect did the television coverage of this event provide for the sit in protest movement?
  • Summarize the spread of sit ins in 1960.
  • Did the sit in achieve its purpose- the integration of the lunch counter at Woolworth's?
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