The Life of Ruby Bridges

How old was Ruby Bridges when she first attended a "white" school?

• Four

• Six

• Ten

• Twelve

In many states in America, white and black children went to separate schools. This was called--

• integration

• racism

• injustice

• segregation

True or False: In 1954, The Supreme Court ruled that schools must allow students of any color to attend.

• True

• False

In what major city was the "white" school where Ruby attended?

• Atlanta

• Baton Rouge

• Birmingham

• New Orleans

True or False: The city council in New Orleans agreed with The Supreme Court about allowing children of any color to attend any school of their choice.

• True

• False

Which of Ruby's parents were most worried about her trying to attend a "white" school?

• Her Mom

• Her Dad

Why were federal officers at the "white" school when Ruby first arrived?

• To help keep her safe from protestors.

• To keep her from entering the school.

True or False: Mrs. Henry, Ruby's 1st grade teacher at the "white" school was kind to her.

• True

• False

True or False: Ruby continued attending the "white" school when she started 2nd grade.

• True

• False

Today, all schools in the United States are--

• integrated

• segregated