Freedom's Daughters Flashcard

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Who was Vernon Johns?

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Vernon Johns was a pastor and civil rights leader known for promoting radical ideas that influenced future leaders like Martin Luther King, Jr.

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What was Barbara Johns known for?

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Barbara Johns was a student activist who led a strike for better school conditions at Moton High School in Farmville, VA.

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What does 'third-person point of view' mean?

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Third-person point of view is a narrative perspective where the narrator describes events from an outside perspective, using pronouns like 'he', 'she', or 'they'.

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What is the significance of student-led movements in civil rights?

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Student-led movements, like Barbara Johns's strike, played a crucial role in advocating for equal rights and challenging unjust conditions.

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What does 'author's purpose' refer to?

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Author's purpose refers to the reason why an author writes a text, such as to inform, persuade, or entertain.

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What does 'passive resistance' mean?

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Passive resistance is a nonviolent way of protesting against laws or policies, often through peaceful means.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the central point or message that the author wants to convey to the readers.

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What does 'inference' mean in reading comprehension?

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Inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements in the text.

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What role did Martin Luther King, Jr. play in the civil rights movement?

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Martin Luther King, Jr. was a prominent leader in the civil rights movement, advocating for nonviolent protest and equality.

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What does 'supporting detail' mean?

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Supporting details are pieces of information that help to explain, clarify, or provide evidence for the main idea.