Twelve Days in May: Freedom Ride 1961 by Larry Dane Brimner

What is the central theme of "Twelve Days in May: Freedom Ride 1961" by Larry Dane Brimner?

• The importance of technological advancements

• The struggle for civil rights and equality

• The impact of climate change

• The exploration of outer space

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CCSS.RL.7.2

How does the setting of the 1961 Freedom Rides influence the characters in "Twelve Days in May"?

• It makes them more interested in science

• It challenges them to confront racial injustice

• It encourages them to travel the world

• It leads them to pursue careers in politics

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CCSS.RL.7.3

In "Twelve Days in May," what does the phrase "freedom ride" most likely mean?

• A leisurely road trip

• A journey to promote racial equality

• A vacation to explore new places

• A ride to escape from reality

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CCSS.RL.7.4

Which character's point of view is primarily contrasted with others in "Twelve Days in May"?

• The bus driver

• The local police officer

• The Freedom Riders

• The government official

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CCSS.RL.7.6

By the end of "Twelve Days in May," what can readers comprehend about the Freedom Rides?

• They were a minor event in history

• They were a significant part of the civil rights movement

• They were primarily about economic issues

• They were unsuccessful in their goals

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CCSS.RL.7.10

What is a key theme that develops throughout "Twelve Days in May"?

• The power of silence

• The importance of unity and courage

• The inevitability of war

• The benefits of technological progress

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CCSS.RL.7.2

How does the author of "Twelve Days in May" use the setting to shape the plot?

• By focusing on a futuristic world

• By highlighting the tension in the Southern United States

• By describing a peaceful countryside

• By setting the story in a bustling city

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CCSS.RL.7.3

What is the connotative meaning of "courage" as used in "Twelve Days in May"?

• Physical strength

• Bravery in the face of danger

• A lack of fear

• A sense of adventure

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CCSS.RL.7.4

How does the author contrast the perspectives of the Freedom Riders and the local authorities?

• By showing their shared goals

• By highlighting their conflicting views on segregation

• By depicting their mutual respect

• By focusing on their similar backgrounds

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CCSS.RL.7.6

What literary elements help readers comprehend the text "Twelve Days in May" proficiently?

• Complex scientific theories

• Detailed historical context and character development

• Abstract philosophical ideas

• Mathematical equations

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CCSS.RL.7.10