Forms+of+Protests

FORMS OF PROTEST IN THE CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT

What forms of protest were used in the Civil Rights Movement? What are some examples of these forms of protest? Any benefits and/or problems with each form? Let's find out ...

[|Chicago School Boycott] || Economic - hit where it hurts the most - the wallet non-violent, doesn't look bad in the press || involves a sacrifice, especially if product or service is a necessity (like busses) may take a long time to really have an impact and succeed ||
 * **Form of protest** || **description** || **Example(s)** || **pros** || **cons** ||
 * **BOYCOTT** || an economic acitivity in which protesters refuse to buy a product or use a service || [|Montgomery Bus Boycott]
 * Riots || A from of protest by violent rebellion of citizens who cause destruction. || __Watts Riots

Detroit Riots of 1967__ || The point got across that African Americans were willing to use violence to get their equal rights. Events are publicized for people to see on national television. || Violence will lead to deaths and injuries of both sides. Also, people may think that African Americans are a violent race. ||