2.Why do the black business owners spray "black owned" on their storefronts? Do you believe this will prevent people from looting during the riots?

not really to prevent looting in my opinion

Explanation:

I think it's so that shoppers know that it's owned by people who have been affected widely by racism and discrimination. Therefore,people who acknowledge their suffering could be more inclined to shop there as they may feel empathetic towards them. I'm open to discuss

yes the first one is correct .