What are Sundown Towns?

The video explores the history and impact of sundown towns in the US, which were areas that excluded nonwhites after dark. These towns were enforced through intimidation and violence, significantly impacting civil rights movements and leading to the creation of the Negro Motorist Green Book. Contrary to popular belief, sundown towns were more common in the northern US. The video also highlights that other minority groups faced similar exclusions. The legacy of sundown towns persists today, reminding us to question claims of racial harmony in certain areas.

What was the primary purpose of the Negro Motorist Green Book?

• To document civil rights protests

• To promote tourism in the southern states

• To offer safe travel routes for black travelers

• To provide a list of sundown towns

Which region of the United States were sundown towns more commonly found?

• Eastern

• Southern

• Western

• Northern

What legal act made the practice of sundown towns illegal on paper?

• Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965

• Fair Housing Act of 1968

• Voting Rights Act of 1965

• Civil Rights Act of 1964

Which groups, besides African Americans, were also excluded from sundown towns?

• Only Mormons

• Only Native Americans

• Chinese Americans, Jews, and Mexican Americans

• Only African Americans

What does the personal perspective in the video suggest about the current state of racial issues?

• Awareness of racial issues is still necessary

• Sundown towns no longer exist

• All regions are now racially inclusive

• Racial issues are completely resolved