John Lewis: Journey as a Freedom Rider

John Lewis: Journey as a Freedom Rider

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Social Studies

1st - 6th Grade

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The video discusses John Lewis's involvement in the civil rights movement, focusing on his role as a Freedom Rider. In 1960, the Supreme Court ruled segregation in interstate transportation unconstitutional, but change was slow in the South. In 1961, Lewis and other Freedom Riders challenged segregation by traveling through the South, facing violence and arrest. Despite these challenges, their efforts contributed to the eventual prohibition of segregation in interstate bus terminals. The video concludes with a review and quiz on the discussed events.

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What actions did John Lewis and the other Freedom Riders take after being attacked in Rock Hill, SC?

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Describe the events that led to John Lewis's arrest in Jackson, Mississippi.

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How did the Freedom Rides contribute to the civil rights movement in the United States?

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What was the outcome of the Freedom Rides by the fall of 1961?

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Reflect on John Lewis's impact as a civil rights activist based on the events described.

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What was the significance of the Supreme Court ruling in Boynton versus Virginia in 1960?

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Who were the Freedom Riders and what was their main objective?

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