The SAT Subject Test in United States History assesses students' knowledge of American history, including key events, themes, and figures.
Throughout U.S. history, various groups have fought for equal rights and opportunities. The Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and 60s, led by figures like Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks, challenged segregation and discrimination, resulting in landmark laws like the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
Women, Native Americans, Latinos, LGBTQ+ individuals, and others have organized for justice and legal protections. Key moments include the Stonewall Riots, the women’s suffrage movement, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Social movements continue to influence American politics, culture, and law, from #MeToo to Black Lives Matter.
Understanding these movements helps us recognize progress and challenges in the ongoing quest for equality.
A student project maps out the timeline of the LGBTQ+ rights movement.
A classroom discussion analyzes media coverage of recent protests.
Social movements have shaped—and continue to shape—American society.