The USA 1945–1974: The People and the State (J410/07) - Government and dissent c.1964–1974 — OCR GCSE History
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The USA 1945–1974: The People and the State (J410/07) - Government and dissent c.1964–1974 explained
This topic examines dissent and division in the USA from about 1964 to 1974.
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Students study the development and impact of African American radical movements and leaders, including Malcolm X and Black Power, and the impact of civil rights campaigns for Native Americans and Chicanos. They trace feminist movements through Betty Friedan and the National Organisation for Women, and assess feminism's impact via the Status Commission 1963, the Equal Pay Act, use of the Civil Rights Act and the 1972 Supreme Court ruling on equal rights. The Stonewall riots of 1969 are also covered. Finally, students examine political, economic and social divisions: anti-Vietnam War protests, campaigns to improve welfare of the poor, Johnson's 'Great Society' and Nixon's pledges on welfare.
Your focus
- Identify key radical movements, feminist milestones and dissent events of c.1964–1974.
- Describe the impact of civil rights campaigns for Native Americans, Chicanos and women.
- Explain political, economic and social divisions, including anti-war protest, welfare campaigns and the policies of Johnson and Nixon.
The USA 1945–1974: The People and the State (J410/07) - Government and dissent c.1964–1974 exam tips
Marking Points
- Describes the development and impact of African American radical movements and leaders, including Malcolm X and Black Power.
- Explains the impact of civil rights campaigns for Native Americans and Chicanos.
- Outlines the development of feminist movements, including Betty Friedan and the National Organisation for Women.
- Assesses the impact of feminism, including the Status Commission 1963, the Equal Pay Act, use of the Civil Rights Act and the 1972 Supreme Court ruling on equal rights.
- Identifies the Stonewall riots of 1969 and their significance.
- Explains political, economic and social divisions, including anti-Vietnam War protests, welfare campaigns, Johnson's 'Great Society' and Nixon's pledges on welfare.
Examiner Tips
- 💡Match each named figure or law to its correct year and purpose.
- 💡Separate radical movements from mainstream civil rights when answering.
- 💡Distinguish the aims of Johnson's 'Great Society' from Nixon's welfare pledges.
- 💡Read options carefully for swapped names or dates before choosing.
Common Mistakes
- Confuses Malcolm X with Martin Luther King's approach; remember Malcolm X is linked to more radical black nationalism.
- Mixes up the feminist milestones; keep the Status Commission 1963, Equal Pay Act and 1972 Supreme Court ruling distinct.
- Treats Stonewall as unrelated to the wider dissent; link it to the period's social divisions.
- Assumes Johnson's 'Great Society' and Nixon's welfare pledges were identical; note their different emphases.