TED: A celebration of natural hair | Cheyenne Cochrane

The video explores the significance of hair texture in racial identity, particularly for African American women. It delves into the historical context of black hair care, highlighting pioneers like Garrett Morgan and Madam CJ Walker. The cultural obsession with 'good hair' and its impact on self-perception is discussed, alongside legal and workplace discrimination issues. The natural hair movement is presented as a form of empowerment, encouraging women to embrace their natural hair and challenge societal norms.

What surprising realization did the narrator have when Rosie asked if she was black?

• The impact of clothing style on perception

• The significance of eye color in identity

• The role of hair texture in confirming ethnicity

• The importance of skin color in society

Who were Garrett A. Morgan and Madam CJ Walker?

• Pioneers of the black hair care industry

• Famous African American musicians

• Inventors of the first hair dye

• Pioneers of the civil rights movement

What does the term 'good hair' culturally imply?

• Hair that is easy to manage

• Hair with a looser curl pattern

• Hair that is dyed in bright colors

• Hair that is naturally curly

What was the outcome of the federal court ruling regarding dreadlocks?

• It was deemed unlawful to discriminate based on dreadlocks

• It was ruled lawful to discriminate based on dreadlocks

• Dreadlocks were banned in all workplaces

• Dreadlocks were made mandatory in certain jobs

What is the significance of Ursula Burns in the context of the video?

• She is the first African American female CEO of a Fortune 500 company

• She is a famous actress

• She is a well-known fashion designer

• She invented a new hair care product

What is the natural hair movement about?

• Advocating for hair dyeing techniques

• Embracing natural hair textures and styles

• Promoting the use of hair straightening chemicals

• Encouraging the use of wigs and weaves

What did the narrator start to address the damage to her hair?

• A monthly hair cutting ritual

• A weekly hair straightening session

• The no heat challenge

• A daily hair dye routine

What fear do many women have about transitioning to natural hair?

• Fear of hair growth

• Fear of hair color change

• Fear of the unknown and how they will be perceived

• Fear of hair loss

What does embracing natural hair in the workplace reinforce?

• A need for more hair products

• A sense of being uniquely valued

• A requirement for hair straightening

• A trend of wearing wigs

What is the broader message of the natural hair movement?

• It's about following celebrity hairstyles

• It's about self-love and challenging societal norms

• It's solely about fashion trends

• It's about increasing hair salon visits