Freedom's Daughters First Read

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What was the central idea of Barbara Johns' protest in Farmville, Virginia?

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Barbara Johns led a protest for equal access to public spaces and better school conditions for African Americans after the adults in her community failed to bring about change.

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Who was Barbara Johns?

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Barbara Johns was a valedictorian and class president at Moton High School who led a student strike for better school conditions.

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What does the quote 'The blacks, despite their resentment, did not dare complain too loudly' imply about the community's feelings?

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It implies that the African American community felt resentment towards their situation but were afraid to voice their complaints openly.

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What belief did Barbara Johns hold regarding standing up for one's beliefs?

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She believed it was important to stand up for what one believes in, even if change is difficult.

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What was the significance of the student strike led by Barbara Johns?

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The student strike was significant as it was a direct action taken by students to demand better school conditions and to challenge segregation.

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What role did Barbara Johns' activities in school play in her awareness of educational inequality?

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Her activities allowed her to travel to other black high schools, where she noticed they were in better condition than Moton, highlighting the inequality.

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What does the term 'desegregation' mean?

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Desegregation refers to the process of ending the separation of different racial groups in schools and public places.

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What was the outcome of Barbara Johns' activism?

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Her activism contributed to the broader civil rights movement and helped raise awareness about the need for educational equality.

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How did Barbara Johns inspire others in her community?

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She inspired others by taking action and leading her peers in the fight for better educational conditions.

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What does the term 'civil rights' refer to?

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Civil rights refer to the rights of citizens to political and social freedom and equality.