Warriors Don't Cry Excerpts

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Who is Daisy Bates?

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The President of the Arkansas NAACP.

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Who protects Melba when she is attacked on the way home from school?

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A classmate named Marissa.

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How many of the 9 students at Central High School shared at least one class together?

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0.

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What is the name of Melba's grandmother?

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Grandma India.

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Where did Melba feel 'the harsh realities of segregation' when she was 5?

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The Merry-Go-Round.

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What role did Daisy Bates play in the Little Rock Nine?

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She was a key figure in supporting the integration of Central High School.

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What challenges did Melba face at Central High School?

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She faced hostility, bullying, and violence from other students.

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What was the significance of the Little Rock Nine?

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They were the first group of African American students to integrate Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas.

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How did Melba's family support her during her struggles?

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They provided emotional support and guidance throughout her experiences.

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What does the term 'segregation' mean?

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The enforced separation of different racial groups in a country, community, or establishment.