Question

Which university recently installed the statues of Smith, Carlos and Norman in its campus?
A. The Harvard University
B. The Chicago status
C. The Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
D. San Jose State University

Answer 1

Hint: A main moment for protest of civil rights took place in the year 1968 during the Olympics which is depicted by the statues of Smith and Carlos. In the Olympics of 1968 in Mexico, Black gloved fists were raised by Smith and Carlos during the award ceremony to show their contribution towards the celebrated movement.

Complete answer:
Smith and Carlos did a protest which was silent in its nature during the summer Olympics that took place in Mexico. Smith and Carlos won gold and bronze medals in the 200 meter track event respectively. In a black power salute, they raised their black gloved fists and in order to show poverty of black, they removed their shoes. This took place during the award ceremony.
The purpose of this act by African American athletes was to draw attention to the troubles faced by the people of colour in the USA. They wanted to show the injustice and inequality faced by Black Americans.
The statue is a 23 feet high sculpture installed in the year 2005 in the San Jose State University to represent protest of Tommie Smith and Carlos. This sculpture depicts an important moment in history since they both took a stand for human rights on the victory podium during the Olympics. This is considered as a silent protest around the world.
The statue lacks Norman, second medalist, since he suggested that rather to be depicted in the installation, the space of his platform be left empty to allow visitors to stand in his podium to show solidarity with the civil rights movement for years to come.
So, the correct answer is option D.

Note: The statue of Norman Carlos and Smith is installed in San Jose University which symbolizes the protest that took place in 1968. This protest took place for civil rights. Black gloved fists were raised by Smith and Carlos during the award ceremony.