Exploring Youth's Impact on the Civil Rights Movement

What influenced the decision to hold the MLK Day celebration virtually?

• The desire to reach a wider audience

• A change in leadership at the Atlanta History Center

• The impact of COVID-19

• Technical advancements

At what age did Dr. King begin his involvement in the Montgomery Bus Boycott?

• 35

• 25

• 27

• 30

Which platform has significantly helped the new generation of activists to organize and advocate for change?

• Television

• Radio

• Newspapers

• Social Media

What role did social media play in the new wave of activism?

• It was used to discourage activism

• It was not a significant factor

• It helped in organizing protests and spreading awareness

• It was primarily used for fundraising

Who was one of the civil rights leaders remembered for their contributions alongside Dr. King?

• Malcolm X

• Frederick Douglass

• Rosa Parks

• John Lewis

What was the primary reason for the peaceful integration of Atlanta public schools in 1961?

• The strategic timing of students' arrival

• The support from the local community

• The intervention of the federal government

• The unanimous support from all students

What was unique about the Atlanta Nine's integration experience compared to other cities?

• It was met with significant violence

• It was completely ignored by the media

• It was peaceful and lacked hostility

• It led to immediate desegregation nationwide

How did the other students at Murphy High School react to the integration?

• With open arms

• By ignoring the African American students

• By organizing welcoming events

• With physical violence

What was the effect of being ignored on the African American students?

• It motivated them to excel academically

• It encouraged them to transfer schools

• It had no effect on them

• It was a painful experience

What did the speaker hope the integration experience would achieve for future students?

• A return to segregated schools

• An end to all forms of activism

• More educational choices and opportunities

• A decrease in academic standards