FormsofProtest

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]
 * March || a nonviolent form of protest in which people gather to promote an idea and show dedication to a cause || [|March on Washington]

[|Selma to Montgomery] || non-violent, doesn't look bad in the press encourages people, makes people want to help with cause || legal requirements, preperation and logistics, orderly marching, physical and police attack, tear gas attacks ||