Worksheets"Montgomery Boycott" by Coretta Scott King
Total questions: 17
Worksheet time: 9mins
Define the word "segregation"
The idea that people are made equal
the complete separation of the races in public places
A famous band from the 1950's
Define the term "unconstitutional"
NOT in accordance with a political constitution
IN accordance with a political constitution
Define the term "racial equality"
when people discriminate based on gender
when everyone is treated unfairly
when everyone is nice to each other
people of all races are treated fairly
Define the term "degrading"
when someone compliments someone else
a planned action or maneuver to reach a certain goal
tending or intended to cause dishonor or disgrace
a way of greeting someone else
Define the term "boycott"
when someone forgets to sign up for something
tending or intended to cause dishonor or disgrace
a planned meeting
a form of protest when people stop using a service or product
Define the term "tactic"
a planned action or maneuver to reach a certain goal
an unplanned situation that happens accidentally
Define the term "militant"
overly nice
aggressive or combative; organized
Define the term "perpetuation"
sweating
the act of continuing or prolonging something
Define the term "coercion"
kindly asking someone to do something for you
the act of compelling by force or authority
Who is the author of the informational text, "Montgomery Boycott?"
Coretta Scott King
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Ida B. Wells
Malcolm X
What is the name of the movement that fought against racial discrimination and segregation in America?
Prohibition Era
Women's Rights Movement
Civil Rights Movement
What doctoral program did Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. graduate from at Boston University?
Geography
Theology
Biology
Sociology
How long did the Montgomery Bus Boycott last?
200 days
1 day
300 days
381 days
In March 1955, a fifteen year old African-American girl was on the bus heading to school. She refused to give up her seat to a white passenger. She was handcuffed and taken away by police. What was her name?
Angela Davis
Rosa Parks
Claudette Colvin
Who is this person?
Coretta Scott King
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Tom Hanks
E.D. Nixon was a key figure in the Civil Rights Movement. What is his significance in the informational text, "Montgomery Boycott?"
He was one of the bus drivers in Montgomery
He was the person who posted bail for Rosa Parks
Dr. MLK, Jr.'s religious beliefs contributed to his nonviolent, peaceful approach of resistance. What religion did he belong to?
Christianity
Hinduism
Buddhism
