Nashville Honors Civil Rights Icon John Lewis

Nashville Honors Civil Rights Icon John Lewis

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Arts, Social Studies, History

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses a four-story mural in Nashville honoring civil rights icon John Lewis. Created by local black artists, the mural celebrates Lewis's legacy and his fight for racial justice. It features his famous words 'good trouble' and is a tribute to his impact on the city. The mural has emotional significance for his family, who believe it would have moved Lewis to tears. After his passing, Nashville renamed a street in his honor, further cementing his legacy.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of the mural in Nashville?

The architecture of Nashville

John Lewis's contributions to civil rights

The history of Nashville

Famous musicians from Nashville

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were the artists behind the mural honoring John Lewis?

A famous muralist from New York

A group of international artists

Two local black artists

An anonymous artist collective

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change was made in Nashville to honor John Lewis?

A new museum was built

A street was renamed after him

A statue was erected in his honor

A park was dedicated to him

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What phrase is prominently featured on the mural?

Good Trouble

Justice for All

Freedom and Equality

Civil Rights Now

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did John Lewis's family react to the mural?

They thought it was too small

They were indifferent

They felt it was unnecessary

They believed it would have deeply moved him