Ruby Bridges and the President: A Historical Conversation

The President and Ruby Bridges discuss her historical role in integrating public schools in 1960. Ruby reflects on her experiences and the lessons she learned about racism and innocence as a child. She emphasizes the importance of not judging others by skin color, a lesson she learned in first grade.

What does the President credit Ruby Bridges and others for?

• Helping him get elected

• Allowing him to be present and view history

• Teaching him about racism

• Supporting his policies

What does Ruby Bridges say about standing shoulder to shoulder with history?

• It is a common experience

• It is a once in a lifetime experience

• It is a daily occurrence

• It is a difficult experience

What significant event does the painting depict?

• Ruby Bridges' graduation

• Ruby Bridges' walk into William Franz School

• Ruby Bridges' meeting with the President

• Ruby Bridges' first speech

How does Ruby Bridges respond when asked if she can still recall the events of 1960?

• She needs help to remember them

• She cannot remember them

• She vaguely remembers them

• She can definitely recall them

What did Ruby Bridges know about racism at six years old?

• She had some understanding

• She knew a lot about it

• She was taught about it in school

• She knew nothing about it

What lesson did Ruby Bridges learn from her experience in first grade?

• To never judge a person by their skin color

• To always follow rules

• To always speak up

• To be cautious of others

According to Ruby Bridges, how do people learn to dislike one another?

• It is something they are born with

• It is learned in school

• It is a natural instinct

• It is taught to them