Rosa Parks Trained for Life Full of Activism

The transcript discusses Rosa Parks' life, focusing on her activism beyond the famous bus incident. It highlights her economic struggles, political work, and the misconceptions about her role in the civil rights movement. The narrative also covers her training at Highlander School and her global impact, including interactions with figures like Nelson Mandela. The discussion concludes with reflections on how her legacy is often romanticized, overshadowing her continuous fight for justice.

What common misconception about Rosa Parks is challenged in the new biography?

• She was a school teacher.

• She was a government official.

• She was a tired seamstress.

• She was a political activist.

What significant challenge did Rosa Parks face after her arrest?

• She was promoted at work.

• She received a government award.

• She lost her job and faced economic hardship.

• She moved to a different country.

Who did Rosa Parks work for in Detroit after moving there?

• A local school

• A congressman named John Conyers

• A civil rights organization

• A law firm

What was Rosa Parks' role in the NAACP before her famous bus protest?

• She was a secretary.

• She was a president.

• She was a spokesperson.

• She was a treasurer.

What kind of training did Rosa Parks undergo before her bus protest?

• Legal training

• Organizer training at Highlander Folk School

• Public speaking training

• Military training

Which civil rights leader did Rosa Parks consider her personal hero?

• Robert F. Williams

• Malcolm X

• Martin Luther King Jr.

• Nelson Mandela

How has Rosa Parks' story been used in modern times, according to the biography?

• To promote tourism

• As a romantic fable to highlight progress

• To encourage political campaigns

• As a fictional narrative