A Time of Change

How did 1968 represent the changes in society in the 1960s?

The 1960s brought upheaval and dramatic changes to American life—political, economic, social, and cultural. It was a time filled with contrasts: optimism and tragedy, innocence and disenchantment, success and failure.

Even as it was unfolding, 1968 was seen as the pivotal year of the decade, filled with extraordinary events and leaders. Influenced by the past yet containing a staggering number of historic moments, it marked a tumultuous transition to the future.

Write down what you already know or wonder about 1968. Then watch the video and add new information you have learned.

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Take Notes

What did you know about the events of 1968? What new information did you learn or what questions that you had were answered while you were watching the video? (Note: You may want to watch the video more than once. Click "Save" when you have finished. To see your saved or submitted work again, click "My Work" at the top of the page.)