The Green Book

What was the Green Book?

• A guidebook for black travelers to find safe places to stay and eat on the road.

• A book about plants and their uses.

• A guidebook for white travelers to find safe places to stay and eat on the road.

• A book about the history of the United States.

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Why did the Green Book become obsolete?

• The Civil Rights Act ended legal segregation.

• The author stopped publishing it.

• It was no longer needed because black travelers were no longer discriminated against.

• The Green Book was replaced by a newer, better guidebook.

Analyze the following statement: "The Green Book eventually grew to cover locations in all 50 States and sold ad space to businesses all over the country." What role did businesses play in the success of the Green Book?

• They bought ads helped promote the Green Book

• They were required to accept African American travelers

• They donated money to support the publication of the Green Book

• They provided free meals and lodging to African American travelers

What was the cover of the Green Book warning readers to do?

• Carry it with them because they might need it.

• Only travel during the day.

• Only stay at hotels that were listed in the book.

• Not to visit Alabama and Mississippi.

How did the Green Book help Black-owned businesses and the rising Black middle class?

• It made it easier for people to support Black-owned businesses.

• It encouraged people to avoid places that did not treat Black people well.

• It listed parks, golf courses, and shops that Black people could go to.

• It provided information about airline and cruise trips.

What types of places did the Green Book initially list?

• Gas stations, restaurants, and hotels.

• Hospitals, schools, and churches.

• Museums, art galleries, and theaters.

• Clothing stores, bookstores, and toy stores.

What were some of the challenges faced by black motorists on road trips?

• All of these.

• They had to carry extra supplies, like food, gas, and blankets.

• They were turned away from hotels, restaurants, and gas stations.

• They had to be careful not to get out of the car in hostile areas.

Who created the Green Book?

• Victor Hugo Green.

• Alma Green.

• Standard Oil.

• Jim Crow laws.

What was the purpose of the Green Book?

• To provide a guide for African-American travelers

• To promote jazz music

• To document the history of segregation

• To showcase famous musicians

What did Victor Greene predict in the 1948 edition of the Green Book?

• The end of segregation

• The rise of jazz music

• The decline of the auto industry

• The need for more travel guides