The Lions of Little Rock

While the LR9 were waiting to go back to federal court, Governor Faubus kept the guards in front of the school with orders to admit only the white students.

• True

• False

Because mob violence forced the LR9 out of the school, President Eisenhower:

• Sent in the US Army to protect the LR9 and put down the mob.

• Ignored the issue, and the LR9 did not attend school.

• Sent in the US Marines to control the mob.

• Publicly supported Governor Faubus for his segregationist policies.

What form of defense did the governor call in to prevent these students from entering the school?

• Army

• National Guard

• Poilice

• Navy

Who was the president of the Arkansas NAACP that recruited these students to enroll at a former white school?

• Daisy Bates

• Kathy Bates

• Betty Crocker

• Aunt Jemima

What was the main theme of 'The Lions of Little Rock'?

• Racial integration and friendship

• Economic development

• Technological advancement

• Environmental conservation

Who is the protagonist in 'The Lions of Little Rock'?

• Marlee

• Liz

• Sally

• Judy

In which year is 'The Lions of Little Rock' set?

• 1958

• 1963

• 1970

• 1985

What significant historical event is depicted in 'The Lions of Little Rock'?

• The Little Rock Nine

• The Civil Rights Act

• The March on Washington

• The Montgomery Bus Boycott

What is Marlee's biggest fear in 'The Lions of Little Rock'?

• Speaking in public

• Swimming

• Flying

• Driving

Who is Marlee's new friend in 'The Lions of Little Rock'?

• Liz

• Sally

• Judy

• Betty