W. E. B. Du Bois: A Journey Through Education and Civil Rights

W. E. B. Du Bois: A Journey Through Education and Civil Rights

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Social Studies, Moral Science

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video tutorial introduces W. E. B. Du Bois, highlighting his role as an educator, author, and civil rights pioneer. Born in 1868, Du Bois was the first in his family to attend high school and later became the first African American to earn a doctorate from Harvard. He encountered racism early in life, which fueled his fight against discrimination. Du Bois co-founded the NAACP and made significant contributions to discussions on race and politics. His legacy encourages African Americans to pursue education and leadership. The video concludes with resources for further learning.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was W. E. B. Du Bois's primary mission in life?

To become a politician

To become a famous author

To educate and encourage African Americans to demand equality

To travel the world

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was W. E. B. Du Bois born?

Atlanta, Georgia

New York, New York

Great Barrington, Massachusetts

Chicago, Illinois

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant challenge did Du Bois face when he went to college in Tennessee?

Financial difficulties

Jim Crow laws and racism

Language barriers

Health issues

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What notable achievement did Du Bois accomplish at Harvard University?

He became a professor

He was the first African American to earn a doctorate

He founded a student organization

He wrote his first book

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What organization did Du Bois help to found in 1909?

The United Negro College Fund

The National Urban League

The NAACP

The Black Panther Party

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many books did W. E. B. Du Bois write?

10

17

25

30

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Du Bois believe was essential for African Americans to achieve empowerment?

Educating themselves

Traveling abroad

Joining political parties

Starting businesses

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one way Du Bois encouraged African Americans to strive for greatness?

By focusing on sports

By pursuing education and leadership

By avoiding politics

By moving to different countries

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should viewers do to learn more about W. E. B. Du Bois and other influential black educators?

Visit the library

Check out the website for fun activities

Read newspapers

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