Weekly Quiz 1-17

1.

1 point

What is the definition of civil rights?

the rights of all people

the rights of African Americans in the South

the rights to be treated fairly

the rights of a citizen to social and political freedom and equality

2.

1 point

For what group did Cesar Chavez fight?

Hispanic Americans

all people

Grape farmers

Migrant farm workers

3.

1 point

Which of the below statements supports the idea that Cesar Chavez was inspired by Dr. King?

"The powers that be rule over a racist society, filled with hatred and ignorance."

"The men who rule this country today never learned the lessons of Dr. King."

"The same inhumanity displayed...in so many of Dr. King's battlegrounds is displayed every day in the vineyards of California."

"The United Farm Workers are dedicated to carrying on the dream of Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr."

4.

1 point

In the speech "Ain't I A Woman", who's rights was Sojourner Truth fighting for?

African Americans

All people

Women

Slaves

5.

1 point

What evidence did Sojourner Truth give to support her argument that she was equal to any man?

She could do the work and eat like a man.

Biblical evidence (Christ came from a woman, etc.)

Her arm was as strong as a man's.

All of the above

6.

1 point

In the film, "My Friend Martin", what were some people or events that inspired Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.? (You may pick more than one).

the unfair treatment of African Americans

Miles (the main character in the film)

Ghandi

Martin's father

7.

1 point

Which statement best summarizes the play "The Brave Boys of Greensboro"?

In 1960, four black teens peacefully protested discrimination and became civil rights heroes.

The Greensboro Four were extremely brave.

Nonviolence is the only way to end racism.

In 1960, restaurants in Greensboro were segregated because "it's just the way things are".

8.

1 point

In discussing Emmett Till, why is it important to know that Emmett came from the North?

It tells the reader about Emmett's uncle Moses.

It lets the reader know more background about Emmett and his life.

It helps the reader understand that Emmett did not know what was expected of Southern blacks.

It tells the reader about Emmett's family.

9.

1 point

In what way was Moses Wright courageous?

He spoke out against two white men in open court.

He displayed Emmett's body in an open casket

He physically fought back when Roy Bryant kidnapped Emmett.

He wrote a song about Emmett Till.

10.

1 point

What is the climax of the song "The Death of Emmett Till"?

the brothers' confession to Emmett's murder

Emmett's body floating on the sea

Emmett Till's murder

the brothers walking down the courthouse steps