Question

what is true about the 1967 riots?

came with very little media attention
erupted in neighborhoods due to anger and frustration over unfair treatment by police
ignored by president johnson
only lasted a few hours

Explanation:

Analyze the causes of the 1967 urban riots

The urban riots of 1967 (such as those in Detroit and Newark) erupted in predominantly Black neighborhoods due to deep-seated anger and frustration over systemic racial discrimination, economic inequality, and unfair treatment or brutality by local police forces.

Evaluate the incorrect options

• "Came with very little media attention": Incorrect, as they received massive national television and print media coverage.
• "Ignored by President Johnson": Incorrect, as President Johnson established the Kerner Commission to investigate their causes.
• "Only lasted a few hours": Incorrect, as major riots like those in Detroit and Newark lasted for several days and required National Guard intervention.

Answer:

• (A) Came with very little media attention
• (B) Erupted in neighborhoods due to anger and frustration over unfair treatment by police (Correct answer)
• (C) Ignored by President Johnson
• (D) Only lasted a few hours