Emmett Till's Family Seeks Arrest After Finding 1955 Warrant

Emmett Till's Family Seeks Arrest After Finding 1955 Warrant

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The transcript discusses the discovery of an unserved warrant related to Emmett Till's 1955 murder case. It details the events leading to Till's death, including the false accusation by Carolyn Bryant. The legal outcomes, including the acquittal of the accused and their later admission of guilt, are explored. The transcript also highlights the ongoing legacy of Emmett Till, with memorials erected in his honor despite repeated vandalism, emphasizing the lasting impact of his story on civil rights history.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant discovery was made in the Leflore County Courthouse basement?

A map of Mississippi

A diary of Emmett Till

A new law regarding civil rights

An unserved warrant related to Emmett Till's case

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was accused of whistling at Carolyn Bryant in 1955?

Emmett Till

George Smith

JW Milam

Roy Bryant

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was the outcome of the court case involving JW Milam and Roy Bryant?

They were convicted

They confessed in court

They fled the country

They were acquitted

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it challenging to reopen the Emmett Till case today?

The case was never documented

Statute of limitations and lack of evidence

The accused have passed away

Lack of public interest

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What measures have been taken to preserve Emmett Till's memory?

Erecting bulletproof signs

Publishing a book

Establishing a scholarship

Creating a documentary