The Green Book and the African American Road Trip Experience

The Green Book and the African American Road Trip Experience

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Interactive Video

History, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

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Created by

Ethan Morris

Used 4+ times

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The video explores the challenges faced by black families during road trips in 1954 due to segregation laws. It highlights the rise of road trips in mid-20th century America and the difficulties black motorists encountered, such as being turned away from hotels and restaurants. The Green Book, created by Victor Hugo Greene, provided a guide for safe travel, listing businesses that welcomed black travelers. The Green Book played a significant role in the Civil Rights movement and became obsolete after the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In 1954, what was a major risk for African Americans when choosing a motel during a road trip?

Running out of gas

Getting lost

Facing segregation and hostility

Finding a place to eat

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What factors contributed to the popularity of road trips in mid-20th century America?

The rise of air travel

The invention of GPS

A growing middle class and new highways

The decline of train travel

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Black families carry extra supplies like food and gasoline during road trips?

To save money

To avoid stopping at places that might refuse service

To enjoy a picnic

To avoid traffic

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was Victor Hugo Greene and what did he create?

A famous author who wrote novels

A civil rights leader who organized protests

A travel agent who created the Green Book

An inventor of the automobile

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary purpose of the Green Book?

To offer discounts on travel

To guide African Americans to safe places

To provide travel tips for all Americans

To list tourist attractions

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Green Book expand over the years?

It became a digital app

It became a global travel guide

It included locations in all 50 states

It was translated into multiple languages

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which company helped distribute the Green Book?

Ford

General Motors

Esso (now ExxonMobil)

Shell

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