Ruby Bridges Quiz

Who was escorted to school by federal marshals?

• The governor of the state

• A group of protesters

• The teacher of the school

• A six-year-old girl named Ruby Bridges

Why did Ruby Bridges need to be escorted to school?

• It was a part of a school ceremony

• Because she was late to school

• Due to threats and protests against her attending the school

• She was receiving a special award

What did the governor say about integration?

• He fully supported it

• He would not force his people to integrate against their will

• He was indifferent

• He encouraged everyone to welcome Ruby

What did the protesters do to intimidate Ruby?

• Gave her gifts

• Marched around the school with a baby's coffin and a black doll inside

• Welcomed her to the school

• Sang songs

What did Ruby's teacher do that was significant?

• Welcomed her with open arms and taught her despite the protests

• Refused to teach her

• Joined the protesters

• Ignored her

Why did Ruby think the other children were not at school?

• Because it was a holiday

• Because they were scared

• Because they were hidden by the principal

• Because they were sick

What did Ruby's mother do while she was at school?

• Taught in another classroom

• Sat and prayed until Ruby returned home

• Worked at the school

• Joined the protesters

What did Ruby want to do that she couldn't because of the situation at school?

• Play in the playground

• Join the school choir

• Eat lunch in the cafeteria with other kids

• Ride the school bus

How did Ruby's teacher differ from the people outside protesting?

• She was the principal of the school

• She was also protesting

• She was indifferent to Ruby

• She showed Ruby kindness and taught her

What lesson did Ruby learn from her experience?

• Not to judge a person by the color of their skin

• That adults are always right

• To judge people by the color of their skin

• To never go to school again