Megabeth and the Mississippi NAACP

Megabeth was the first field secretary for the Mississippi NAACP, tasked with organizing chapters and registering voters. Despite racial challenges, he documented injustices and advocated for change. His efforts included raising awareness and rallying support, even as he faced threats for his activism.

What was one of Megabeth's primary responsibilities as the first field secretary for the Mississippi NAACP?

• Teaching at a local school

• Organizing protests

• Setting up NAACP chapters

• Writing newspaper articles

What was the general state of race relations in Mississippi during Megabeth's time?

• Improving rapidly

• Completely resolved

• Very positive

• Not good

How did Megabeth feel after witnessing the election of his father's friend?

• He was relieved

• He was indifferent

• He was happy

• He was confused and hurt

What challenge did Megabeth face when he tried to register to vote on his 21st birthday?

• He was welcomed with open arms

• He was given a medal

• He was ignored

• He was met with shotguns

What did Megabeth begin doing after facing discrimination upon returning home?

• He began documenting racial issues

• He joined a sports team

• He started a business

• He moved to another state

What was one of Megabeth's activities outside of Mississippi?

• Building houses

• Starting a new career

• Writing a book

• Raising funds and awareness

What did people say to Megabeth as he became more active in his role?

• You should run for office

• You are wasting your time

• You are a hero

• Your days are numbered

What was one of the key messages Megabeth was spreading?

• The importance of education

• The rights of citizens

• The benefits of technology

• The history of Mississippi