Ruby Bridges Quiz

What is the civil rights movement?

• A protest against the government

• A movement to gain independence from the British

• A campaign for environmental conservation

• A struggle for equal rights for US citizens of all races

Where was Ruby Bridges born?

• Tylertown, Mississippi

• Houston, Texas

• Los Angeles, California

• New York City, New York

What is segregation?

• Forcing groups of people to stay separate based on race

• Allowing people of different races to live together

• A form of government rule

• A type of celebration in the South

What was the test created for black children in New Orleans?

• A test to become US marshals

• A test to join a special club

• A test to determine their athletic abilities

• A very hard test to attend an all-white school

What happened on Ruby Bridges' first day at the all-white school?

• She decided not to attend the school

• She was given a special award for bravery

• She was given a warm welcome by the students and teachers

• She was met by a large crowd of angry white people

Who made sure Ruby was safe at school?

• Her teacher

• US marshals

• Her parents

• Local police officers

What did Ruby Bridges' teacher, Mrs. Henry, help her with?

• Sports and games

• School subjects and feeling less alone

• Music and art

• Learning a new language

What was the result of Ruby's courage and determination?

• She became a famous actress

• She won a Nobel Prize

• Schools in New Orleans were finally integrated

• She became the president of the United States

What is Ruby Bridges doing as an adult?

• Continuing to work for equal rights and a fair world

• Retired and living in a different country

• Running a successful business

• Writing books about her experiences

What is the main theme of the civil rights movement?

• Space exploration

• Economic development

• Military expansion

• Equal rights for all Americans