Massey Says There Were Rules in the Segregated South

The transcript recounts a personal narrative of growing up in segregated Mississippi during the 1940s and 50s. It highlights the influence of family, particularly in education, leading to a serendipitous scholarship to Morehouse College. The speaker describes the harsh realities of segregation, likening it to apartheid, and the need for caution in interactions with white people. Despite these challenges, the speaker reflects on a supportive community and a positive childhood experience.

What career did the speaker initially consider before attending Morehouse College?

• Teacher

• Doctor

• Lawyer

• Engineer

How does the speaker describe the segregation they experienced in Mississippi?

• Apartheid-like

• Mild

• Temporary

• Nonexistent

What type of work did the speaker's family members engage in with white families?

• Teaching

• Construction

• Domestic work

• Farming

What was a significant concern for the speaker regarding interactions with white women?

• Being misunderstood

• Being ignored

• Being in danger

• Being welcomed

Despite the segregation, what positive aspect does the speaker recall about their childhood?

• A warm community

• Travel opportunities

• Political freedom

• Access to wealth