1、African-AmericanAfrican-AmericanGroup 6Success of the African-American PeopleAfrican-American Civil Rights Movement Causes of the movement Results and influence of the movement In music and sportsIn politicsIn literatureThe key event of the movementBrief introduce about the African-AmericanConclusio

2、nBrief introduceBrief introduce African Americans, also referred to as Black Americans or Afro-Americans, is the largest ethnic group of citizens in America. African Americans history started in the 16th century.They were transported unlawfully to the United States by the Black Triangle Trade. 1862.

3、9.22 Abraham Lincoln The Emancipation Proclaimation In America, however, the racial discrimination was everywhere, the racial conflict often happened, the black people were treated as slaves by white people. Theyd the lowest salary, insurance and other many unfair treatments.Cause of the movementCau

4、se of the movementOn December 1,1955,in Montgomery,Rosa Parks refused to obey bus drivers order that she gave up her seat in the colored section to a white passenger after the white section was filled.The key event of the movementThe key event of the movement In 1963, Dr.King gathered 250,000 masses

5、, and published his speech I have a dream before Lincoln memorial in Washington square. The gathering finally forced the congress to pass the Civil Rights Act .That became the key events. He received the Nobel Peace Prize before he was assassinated in 1968.Finally,They Won!Finally,They Won!Your Subt

6、itle Goes HereIt changed the life of the African Americans.It also have a profound impact on Americans life and their concept of life.It changes America from a country which was against the Black into a community which admits every citizen has equal rights.Successes in some aspectsSuccesses in some

7、aspectsMusic Jazz，blues and Rap were created and developed by Africa American.Jay ZBeyonce Giselle Knowles pop singerWill SmithWill SmithSportsIn the international stadium,especially in the track and field stadium,the most excellent athletes are Black nowadays.African American made a very positive c

8、ontribution to the success of the American basketball game.Michael Jordanliterature 19th century: Harriet Beecher Stowe (Uncle Toms Cabin)20th century: Toni Morrison (Song of Solomon)Barack ObamaBarack ObamaWas elected the 44th President in 2008 Won Nobel Peace Prize in 2009PoliticsConclusion During more than 400 years,African Americans made every effort to improve their position and status. As a result, African culture has been an important part of American culture. African Americans social status beco