The Story of Ruby Bridges

Who is Ruby Bridges?

• The first African-American child to become a lawyer in 1960

• A famous singer in the 1960s

• The first African-American child to desegregate the all-white William Frantz Elementary School in Louisiana in 1960.

• The first African-American child to attend an all-white college in 1960

What is the significance of Ruby Bridges in American history?

• She was the first female astronaut to walk on the moon

• She was the first African American child to desegregate an all-white school in the South.

• She was the inventor of the first computer

• She was a famous Hollywood actress in the 1950s

When did Ruby Bridges become the first African-American child to desegregate the all-white William Frantz Elementary School in Louisiana?

• 1960

• 1955

• 1975

• 1985

What challenges did Ruby Bridges face when she attended the all-white school?

• Ruby Bridges faced challenges such as receiving a warm welcome from the school staff and students

• Ruby Bridges faced challenges such as being treated with kindness and respect by everyone at the school

• Ruby Bridges faced challenges such as feeling completely safe and comfortable in the all-white school

• Ruby Bridges faced challenges such as facing angry mobs, being isolated in a classroom, and experiencing discrimination from teachers and students.

How did Ruby Bridges' bravery impact the civil rights movement?

• She had no impact on the civil rights movement

• She helped to pave the way for future desegregation efforts.

• Her actions caused more segregation

• She was not brave at all

Who were the key figures involved in supporting Ruby Bridges during her time at the all-white school?

• Her neighbors, her classmates, and her dog

• Her parents, her teacher Barbara Henry, and Dr. Robert Coles

• The mayor, the school janitor, and the local news reporter

• Her grandparents, her soccer coach, and her dentist

What was the role of Ruby Bridges' family in supporting her during the desegregation process?

• They were indifferent and did not support her

• They were against her participation in desegregation

• They provided love, encouragement, and strength.

• They actively discouraged her from attending the desegregated school

What is the lasting legacy of Ruby Bridges' actions in American society?

• Decreased awareness of civil rights issues

• No impact on American society

• Desegregation of schools and inspiration for future generations to fight for equality and civil rights

• Increased segregation and discrimination in schools

How did Ruby Bridges' experience inspire others to fight for equality and justice?

• Her experience showed the courage and resilience of a young girl in the face of adversity.

• Her experience made others believe that young girls are not capable of making a difference

• Her experience showed that inequality and injustice are acceptable

• Her experience had no impact on inspiring others to fight for equality and justice

What lessons can we learn from Ruby Bridges' story?

• Fear, laziness, and indifference

• Courage, perseverance, and the fight for equality

• Hate, discrimination, and injustice

• Complacency, weakness, and inequality