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Define Emancipation Proclamation.
Wartime measure by Lincoln freeing enslaved people in Confederate states still in rebellion.
Define Thirteenth Amendment.
Permanently abolished slavery in the entire U.S., except as punishment for a crime.
What were the "Five Civilized Tribes"?
Cherokee, Chickasaw, Choctaw, Creek, and Seminole nations that adopted some European customs, including slavery.
What is General Order No. 3?
Order read in Galveston, TX, informing enslaved people of their freedom and mentioning racial equality.
Define Juneteenth.
Celebration commemorating the end of slavery in Texas on June 19, 1865.
Define Freedom Days.
Days marking milestones in the fight for equality in African American communities.
What is meant by Jubilee Day?
Another name for Juneteenth, celebrating emancipation.
Define Emancipation Day.
Another name for Juneteenth, celebrating emancipation.
What is meant by tribal citizenship?
Membership in a Native American tribe, which freed African Americans were often denied.
Define reparations.
The making of amends for a wrong one has done, by paying money to or otherwise helping those who have been wronged.
What is the cultural significance of Juneteenth celebrations?
Mark the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and promote cultural preservation and community building.
What role do spirituals play in Juneteenth?
Singing spirituals was a common element in early Juneteenth celebrations.
What is the significance of wearing new clothes during Juneteenth?
Symbolized a break from the dress codes of slavery.
How do Juneteenth celebrations honor ancestors?
Recognizes the vital roles ancestors played in ending slavery.
What does Juneteenth celebrate about the African American community?
Celebrates the strength of African Americans in embracing freedom and fighting for equal rights.
What does Juneteenth commemorate?
The emancipation of enslaved African Americans and a pivotal moment in U.S. history.
What is the role of community building in Juneteenth?
Fosters intergenerational dialogue and collective memory.
What is the significance of feasting and dancing during Juneteenth?
Celebrates freedom and community joy.
What is the role of reflection in Juneteenth?
Provides a time for reflection and renewed commitment to racial equality and justice.
What is the importance of seeking joy within the African American community?
Highlights the importance of seeking joy and validation within their own communities.
Define Emancipation Proclamation.
Wartime measure by Lincoln freeing enslaved people in Confederate states still in rebellion.
Define Thirteenth Amendment.
Abolished slavery permanently in the entire U.S. (except as punishment for a crime).
What are 'Freedom Days'?
Days commemorating milestones in the fight for equality for African Americans.
Define General Order No. 3.
Order proclaiming emancipation in Texas and mentioning racial equality.
What is Juneteenth?
A holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in Texas.
Who are the 'Five Civilized Tribes'?
Cherokee, Chickasaw, Choctaw, Creek, and Seminole nations that practiced slavery.
Define 'Jubilee Day'.
Another name for Juneteenth, celebrating emancipation.
Define 'Emancipation Day'.
Another name for Juneteenth, celebrating emancipation.
What is meant by 'racial equality'?
Equal personal and property rights between former masters and slaves.
What is the significance of 'spirituals'?
Songs sung during Juneteenth celebrations, symbolizing freedom and hope.