Which best describes how the watts riots affected the united states?
a. tension and violence decreased in other areas.
b. tension and violence increased in other areas.
c. people saw that rioting was ineffective.
d. people moved to other countries.

The correct answer is: B) Tension and violence increased in other areas.

The Watts Riot was a rebellion in 1965 due to a fight an African American had with the police that rapidly scalated into a major conflict that spanned for 5 days and resulted in 34 deaths. In the midst of racial discrimination and residential segregation, this generated a revolt in other areas as well.

The Dalai Lama says that compassion “belongs to that category of emotions which have a more developed cognitive component.” Compassion is a blend of empathy and reason. When we practice compassion, we will have more strength, peace, and joy and this will transfer to everyone with whom we associate