Freedom's Daughter Flashcard

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What influence did Barbara Johns feel towards her uncle?

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She idolized him.

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How does the author illustrate racial inequality in Farmville?

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By detailing the poor conditions of the black schools and the segregation in public places.

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What was the NAACP's condition for assisting the students?

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They had to aim for desegregation.

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What was the central idea of Barbara Johns' actions?

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She sought to challenge racial inequality and demand better school conditions.

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How does the author use descriptive details about Moton High School?

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By describing the tar-paper shacks and the uncomfortable classroom temperatures.

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What does the term 'racial inequality' mean?

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The unequal treatment of individuals based on their race.

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What was the significance of the NAACP in the civil rights movement?

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The NAACP played a crucial role in fighting for the rights of African Americans and challenging segregation.

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What does 'desegregation' refer to?

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The process of ending the separation of two groups, typically referring to races.

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What role did Barbara Johns play in the student strike?

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She was a leader who organized the students to demand better conditions.

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What were the conditions like at Moton High School?

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The school had poor facilities, including tar-paper shacks and inadequate heating.