Swimming Against the Odds

What was the reason Ray and Louis were not allowed to swim in the pool?

• They didn't have swimsuits.

• The pool was closed for maintenance.

• They were Black and the pool was segregated.

• They arrived too late.

What did Louis hope for regarding the new swimming pool?

• That it would be free for everyone.

• That it would be open to everyone, regardless of race.

• That it would have a diving board.

• That it would be open 24 hours.

How did Louis feel after being denied entry to the pool?

• Excited

• Angry

• Discouraged

• Indifferent

What did Louis express frustration about to his father?

• Not being able to use the pool

• Not having enough time to practice

• Not having the right equipment

• Not being able to swim in the lake

What advice did Louis's father give him?

• To focus on his studies

• To practice at the lake

• To find a new hobby

• To talk to the swim academy

Why was getting into the academy important for Louis?

• It would help him make new friends

• It would improve his chances of earning a scholarship

• It would allow him to travel

• It would give him access to better equipment

Where did Louis learn to become an exceptional swimmer?

• At the local pool

• At the swim academy

• At the lake

• At the beach

What was the name of the newspaper Louis read on the bus?

• The Daily News

• The Heritage Herald

• The New Jersey Times

• The Community Chronicle

What was the protest outside the pool's entrance about?

• Lowering pool fees

• Extending pool hours

• Equality for all and ending segregation

• Building a new pool

How did Louis feel about the protest?

• Indifferent

• Angry

• A mix of pride and sorrow

• Confused