Ruby Bridges

Ruby Bridges recounts her experience as a six-year-old integrating a New Orleans school. She describes her first day, the challenges faced, and the support from her teacher and community. Despite the adversity, Ruby's faith and family support helped her persevere. Her experience led to a lifelong focus on education and the establishment of the Ruby Bridges Foundation to encourage parental involvement in schools.

What did Ruby initially think the crowd outside the school was for?

• A protest

• A parade

• Mardi Gras

• A school event

How did Ruby's teacher handle the situation of having only one student in class?

• She taught Ruby as if she were teaching a full class

• She left the school

• She refused to teach

• She focused on other tasks

What was one of the consequences Ruby's family faced due to her attending the integrated school?

• They received a government grant

• They were celebrated by the community

• They moved to a bigger house

• Her father lost his job

What did Ruby's grandparents have to do because of her school attendance?

• Move to a different state

• Join a protest

• Receive an award

• Start a new business

What are the three things Ruby mentioned that sustained her during the challenging times?

• Money, fame, and power

• Travel, books, and art

• Education, sports, and music

• Prayer, faith, and community

What is the primary focus of the Ruby Bridges Foundation?

• Improving school infrastructure

• Encouraging parental involvement in education

• Providing scholarships

• Organizing cultural events

According to Ruby, what is a major issue in the school system today?

• Overcrowded classrooms

• Teacher shortages

• Parental disengagement

• Lack of technology