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Social Issues in Literature

Social Issues in Literature

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

FREE Resource

Myrtle and Mr. Martin face racial discrimination in Nashville, struggling to find a hotel or place to eat. They eventually find lodging in Dead Horse Alley with Mrs. Ready, who shares her background and support for the suffrage movement. Meanwhile, Violet embarks on a spy mission, facing her own challenges and learning about the complexities of the social dynamics in the South.

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9 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was Mr. Martin unable to find a hotel in Nashville?

All hotels were fully booked.

He lost his way in the city.

He was traveling with a colored child.

He didn't have enough money.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reaction of the boy at the lunch counter when Myrtle and Mr. Martin sat down?

He served them immediately.

He offered them a menu.

He asked them to leave.

He ignored them and called the police.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did Myrtle and Mr. Martin eventually eat their lunch?

In a park

At a friend's house

In an alley behind a drugstore

In a hotel lobby

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Myrtle's mother hope for her future?

To become a maid

To get married early

To receive an education and make a difference

To stay in Washington

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the condition of the hotels and rooming houses Mr. Martin and Myrtle encountered?

Disreputable and leaning on each other

Under construction

Modern and clean

Luxurious and welcoming

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Mrs. Eugenia Ready's initial reaction to Mr. Martin and Myrtle?

She offered them free lodging.

She refused to speak to them.

She was suspicious and quoted a high price.

She welcomed them warmly.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Mrs. Ready reveal about her daughter Rosalie?

She was a famous singer.

She was studying to become a doctor.

She was living in Europe.

She was married with children.

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