Separation of people based on racial, ethnic, or other differences.

Nonviolent protests in which a person sits and refuses to leave.

In 1955, after Rosa Parks was arrested for refusing to give up her seat on a city bus, Dr. Martin L. King led a 13-month boycott of city buses.

Behaving differently, usually unfairly, toward the members of a group.

Leader of Civil Rights movement of 1960's

The opposition of whites to desegregation.

Contrary to or against what is permitted by the constitution.

A federal law that authorized federal action against segregation in public accommodations, public facilities, and employment.

A series of political protests against segregation by Blacks and Whites who rode buses together through the American South in 1961.

To formally suggest that somebody should be chosen for an important role, prize, position, etc.

Shocked or very upset.

A protest in which people march or stand together.

A procession of people traveling in cars.

A speech delivered in a formal or ceremonious manner.

A person with a prejudiced belief that one race is superior to others.