History

Part A: Who was Thurgood Marshall? (2.2A)

• The first African-American man to go to law school.

• The first African-American to work in Congress.

• The first African-American judge on the Supreme Court.

• The first African-American man to go to college.

What did Thurgood Marshall do for equality in schools in the United States? (2.2A)

• He was a lawyer for a court case that argued separate schools for children were wrong.

• He was the first African-American principal of an elementary school.

• He was an active member in church.

What were Theodore Roosevelt’s contributions to the United States? (Choose THREE answers)

• He wanted people to use the land wisely.

• He helped create national parks.

• He was president of the United States.

• He was a lawyer that made it easier for people to go to college.

• He was the first justice of the Supreme Court.

Read the following passage about Irma Rangel:

^{Irma Rangel saw that many children wanted to go to school. However, most could not afford it. Irma worked hard. She became a lawyer in Texas. She was the first Mexican-American woman to become a congresswoman. Irma helped to write a law that created the Texas Grant. These grants help students to go to college.}

How did Irma Rangel contribute to the United States? Use the passage to support your answer.

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What is the significance of Memorial Day?

• We celebrate what we are thankful for.

• We celebrate the day our country became its own nation.

• We remember those who died while serving our country.

• We honor Abraham Lincoln.

Which holiday is celebrated to remember the day America became a country? (2.1A)

• Labor Day

• Memorial Day

• Veteran's Day

• Independence Day

Which of the following holidays are celebrated in November? (2.1A)

• Thanksgiving

• Memorial Day

• President’s Day

• Labor Day

The Lincoln Memorial honors which past President?

• Abraham Lincoln

• John F. Kennedy

• George Washington

• Theodore Roosevelt

Why is the White House an important landmark to Americans?

• Because it is next to the Washington monument.

• It is where we won the battle for our country's independence.

• It is home of the president of the United States.

Which of the following landmarks are a symbol for “freedom”? (Pick TWO)

• The White House

• Statue of Liberty

• Liberty Bell

• The Alamo