Question

What did the African-American athletes in Mexico Olympic do in order to draw International
attention to racial discrimination in the United States ?

CBSE Class X Social Science SA ( 3 marks)

Answer 1

To draw international attention to racial discrimination in the United States, the African-American athletes performed following activities :
(a) They received their models wearing black socks and no shoes to represent Black poverty.
(b) When American national anthem was played, these two African-American athletes stood with clenched fists upraised and heads bowed.
(c) The black gloved and raised clenched fists were meant to symbolise black power.
(d) Peter wore a human rights badge on his shirt to show his support.

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

To draw international attention to racial discrimination in the United States, the African-American athletes performed following activities :

(a) They received their models wearing black socks and no shoes to represent Black poverty.

(b) When American national anthem was played, these two African-American athletes stood with clenched fists upraised and heads bowed.

(c) The black gloved and raised clenched fists were meant to symbolise black power.

(d) Peter wore a human rights badge on his shirt to show his support.

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