The Little Rock Nine's Challenge

Who was Elizabeth Eckford?

• A teacher at Central High

• One of the Little Rock Nine

• The principal of Central High

• A journalist covering the event

What was the Little Rock Nine's goal when they tried to integrate Central High?

• To start a new school

• To integrate Central High School

• To protest against school uniforms

• To organize a sports event

In what year did Elizabeth Eckford and the Little Rock Nine attempt to integrate Central High?

• 1954

• 1957

• 1963

• 1970

What was the reaction of the crowd when Elizabeth Eckford tried to enter Central High?

• They welcomed her warmly

• They ignored her

• They shouted and blocked her path

• They helped her enter the school

Who sent federal troops to escort the Little Rock Nine into Central High?

• President John F. Kennedy

• President Dwight D. Eisenhower

• Governor Orval Faubus

• Mayor of Little Rock

What was the name of the high school that the Little Rock Nine tried to integrate?

• Central High School

• North High School

• East High School

• West High School

How many students were part of the Little Rock Nine?

• Five

• Seven

• Nine

• Twelve

What was the main reason for the Little Rock Nine's attempt to integrate Central High?

• To improve sports facilities

• To gain equal educational opportunities

• To change the school uniform policy

• To introduce new subjects

Which state is Central High School located in?

• Texas

• Arkansas

• Mississippi

• Alabama

What was the role of the National Guard during the initial attempt to integrate Central High?

• To protect the Little Rock Nine

• To prevent the Little Rock Nine from entering

• To organize a school event

• To escort the teachers