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What were the causes and effects of the Brown v. Board decision?
Cause: Overturn 'separate but equal' doctrine, Effect: Paved way for desegregation efforts.
What were the causes and effects of white flight?
Cause: Desire to avoid integrated schools, Effect: Perpetuated racial segregation in education.
What were the causes and effects of the Clark Doll Test?
Cause: Showed psychological harm of segregation, Effect: Provided evidence for Brown v. Board decision.
Who were Kenneth and Mamie Clark?
Psychologists whose 'doll test' study showed the psychological damage of segregation on children, crucial to Brown v. Board.
What was President Eisenhower's role in the Little Rock Nine?
Sent federal troops to escort the students and ensure their safety, demonstrating federal enforcement of desegregation.
What was the significance of Brown v. Board of Education?
Ruled segregation in public schools unconstitutional, overturning 'separate but equal'.
What was the significance of Plessy v. Ferguson?
Established 'separate but equal' doctrine, allowing segregation.