Thurgood Marshall's Journey from Lawyer to Supreme Court Justice

Thurgood Marshall's Journey from Lawyer to Supreme Court Justice

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Social Studies, Moral Science

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video explores the life and legacy of Thurgood Marshall, highlighting his journey from a young boy in Baltimore to becoming the first African American Supreme Court Justice. It covers his early education, the challenges he faced due to racial segregation, and his significant contributions as a civil rights lawyer. Marshall's most notable case, Brown v. Board of Education, is discussed, showcasing his fight against segregation. The video concludes with his appointment to the Supreme Court and his lasting impact on American society.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What roles did Thurgood Marshall hold during his lifetime?

A renowned scientist

A famous musician

A civil rights leader

A professional athlete

2.

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30 sec • 1 pt

Where was Thurgood Marshall born?

New York, New York

Atlanta, Georgia

Baltimore, Maryland

Chicago, Illinois

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was Thurgood Marshall denied admission to the University of Maryland?

He was African American

He was too young

He applied too late

He did not meet the academic requirements

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the Brown v. Board of Education case?

It legalized school segregation

It made school segregation illegal

It was about voting rights

It was about labor laws

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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In what year was Thurgood Marshall appointed to the Supreme Court?

1954

1967

1975

1980

6.

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How long did Thurgood Marshall serve on the Supreme Court?

24 years

15 years

30 years

10 years

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of the Supreme Court?

To create new laws

To enforce laws

To decide if laws follow the Constitution

To manage state governments

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What legacy did Thurgood Marshall leave behind?

A legacy of scientific discovery

A legacy of musical innovation

A legacy of fighting for fair and equal treatment

A legacy of economic reform