Question

Which factor contributed to the Watts Riots of 1965?

Answer 1

The riot spurred from an incident on August 11, 1965 when Marquette Frye, a young African American motorist, was pulled over and arrested by Lee W. Minikus, a white California Highway Patrolman, for suspicion of driving while intoxicated.

Answer 2

is it multiple choice? If so are these your choices?

a. racism against white officers

b. fear that segregation would end

c. frustration with the civil rights movement

d. anger over unemployment and police brutality