Marching Towards a Dream

How old was Tom Ellison during the event?

• 10 years old

• 12 years old

• 15 years old

• 18 years old

Where did Tom Ellison's journey begin?

• New York, New York

• Birmingham, Alabama

• Los Angeles, California

• Chicago, Illinois

What was the purpose of the march?

• To celebrate a holiday

• To demand equality for Black Americans

• To start a new government

• To open a new museum

What type of laws had U.S. lawmakers created?

• Fair laws

• Racist laws

• Environmental laws

• Tax laws

Who was a key leader of the civil rights movement mentioned in the text?

• Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

• George Washington

• Abraham Lincoln

• Thomas Jefferson

What did Tom notice about the protest he attended?

• It was very violent

• There were no disagreements

• It was poorly attended

• It was canceled

Who is Tom Ellison?

• A person who continued fighting for civil rights and became a doctor.

• A famous musician from the 1960s.

• A politician who opposed the Civil Rights Act.

• A journalist who covered the Freedom Rides.

What message does Tom Ellison share with young people?

• It’s never too early to start trying to change the world.

• Focus only on personal success.

• Avoid getting involved in social issues.

• Wait until you are older to make a difference.

What does Tom Ellison say about being part of the future?

• You’re not going to be an active part of the future if you’re not an active part of the present.

• The future is predetermined and cannot be changed.

• Only adults can shape the future.

• The future is not important.

What lesson has the speaker learned from their parents and grandparents about being a changemaker?

• Always be the loudest voice

• Patience and putting in the work

• Focus on making money

• Avoid challenges