The Sit-In Movement Quiz

What was the central idea of the sit-in movement?

• A. The sit-in movement was a brave attempt to end segregation in the South, but it was not as effective as the freedom riders.

• B. Despite the violence civil rights activists endured, the sit-in movement influenced desegregation and inspired other protests.

• C. Although Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and other civil rights activists used nonviolent means of resistance, they were considered weak by white racists.

• D. Civil rights activists did not believe the sit-in movement would reverse segregation, but they wanted to draw nationwide attention to racial prejudice in the South.

How does the description of how the protesters were treated contribute to the main idea of the text?

• B. It highlights the bravery and courage of the protesters.

• D. It shows why the protests were such a controversial part of the Civil Rights movement.

• A. It describes why the whites physically attacked the protestors.

• C. It details the protestors' motivation for getting violent.

What is the meaning of 'reprisal' in paragraph 4?

• A. behavior

• D. movement

• B. attention

• C. retaliation

How does paragraph 7 contribute to the ideas in the text?

• B. It describes a different form or protest where the protestors got violent.

• A. It describes a different time in history when people protested.

• C. It describes how protestors reacted when they were arrested at the lunch counters.

• D. It describes how a different protest emerged that was inspired by the success of the sit-in movement.

Which selection is the best summary of the article you just read?

• A. The sit-in movement was a brave attempt to end segregation in the South, but it was not as effective as the freedom riders.

• B. Despite the violence civil rights activists endured, the sit-in movement influenced desegregation and inspired other protests.

• C. Although Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and other civil rights activists used nonviolent means of resistance, they were considered weak by white racists.

• D. Civil rights activists did not believe the sit-in movement would reverse segregation, but they wanted to draw nationwide attention to racial prejudice in the South.

Consider other forms of protesting, such as marching and rioting. In your opinion, are sit-ins an effective form of protest? Why or why not? Put yourself in the protestors' shoes. Do you think that you could have sat there peacefully while people poured ketchup or hot liquids on you?

• C. Yes, sit-ins are an effective form of protest because they directly challenge the segregation policies. I believe I could have sat peacefully despite the provocation.

• B. No, sit-ins are not an effective form of protest because they do not lead to immediate change. I believe I could not have sat peacefully while being provoked.

• D. No, sit-ins are not an effective form of protest because they do not draw enough attention to the issue. I believe I could not have sat peacefully while being provoked.

• A. Yes, sit-ins are an effective form of protest because they draw attention to the issue without resorting to violence. I believe I could have sat peacefully despite the provocation.

What forms of protest do you see occurring today? In your opinion, is it more common to see violent or peaceful protests? How are the protests of the Civils Rights movement still continuing today? What have you seen in the news or in your own towns and communities?

• D. Both violent and peaceful protests are common today. The protests of the Civil Rights movement are continuing through violent confrontations with authorities.

• B. Violent protests such as riots and vandalism are more common today. The protests of the Civil Rights movement are continuing through violent confrontations with authorities.

• A. Peaceful protests such as marches and demonstrations are more common today. The protests of the Civil Rights movement are continuing through advocacy for equal rights and anti-discrimination laws.

• C. Both violent and peaceful protests are common today. The protests of the Civil Rights movement are continuing through advocacy for equal rights and anti-discrimination laws.

In the context of the article, how do people create change? What was required of civil rights activists in order to achieve their goals? Cite evidence from this text, your own experience, and other literature, art, or history in your answer.

• D. People create change through social media and online activism. Civil rights activists had to be tech-savvy to achieve their goals.

• C. People create change through political lobbying and negotiations. Civil rights activists had to be politically connected to achieve their goals.

• B. People create change through peaceful protests and nonviolent resistance. Civil rights activists had to be patient and resilient to achieve their goals.

• A. People create change through violent protests and aggressive actions. Civil rights activists had to be aggressive and confrontational to achieve their goals.

Why does promoting equal rights promote peace? Do you believe that the protestors of the sit-in movement were successful in promoting peace?

• D. Promoting equal rights promotes peace because it fosters understanding and empathy. No, the protestors of the sit-in movement were not successful in promoting peace.

• B. Promoting equal rights promotes peace because it leads to a more harmonious society. Yes, the protestors of the sit-in movement were successful in promoting peace.

• A. Promoting equal rights promotes peace because it reduces social tensions and conflicts. Yes, the protestors of the sit-in movement were successful in promoting peace.

• C. Promoting equal rights promotes peace because it creates a sense of justice and fairness. No, the protestors of the sit-in movement were not successful in promoting peace.

What was the impact of the sit-in movement on the Civil Rights movement as a whole?

• A. The sit-in movement had no significant impact on the Civil Rights movement.

• B. The sit-in movement was a turning point in the Civil Rights movement, inspiring other forms of nonviolent protest.

• C. The sit-in movement detracted from the Civil Rights movement by causing division among activists.

• D. The sit-in movement was a minor part of the Civil Rights movement and did not significantly influence its course.