Chapter 12 Warriors Don't Cry Review

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What is the only way Minnijean can go back to Central?

Back

The superintendent has to approve it.

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What does 'barrage' mean?

Back

A large number of things coming all at once.

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Who are Mutt and Jeff?

Back

Segregationist white men parked across the street watching the house.

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What does 'melee' refer to?

Back

A confused fight or scuffle involving many people.

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What are 'declarations'?

Back

Official or important statements.

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What is the significance of the Little Rock Nine?

Back

A group of nine African American students who enrolled at Little Rock Central High School in 1957.

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What does 'segregation' mean?

Back

The enforced separation of different racial groups in a country, community, or establishment.

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What role did the federal government play in the Little Rock crisis?

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They intervened to enforce the desegregation of schools.

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What does 'civil rights' refer to?

Back

The rights of citizens to political and social freedom and equality.

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What is the meaning of 'hooligans'?

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Ruffians or troublemakers, often associated with violent behavior.