Thurgood Marshall's Impact on Justice and Civil Rights

The video discusses the influence of household rules and judges, introducing Thurgood Marshall, the first African-American Supreme Court Justice. It covers his early life, legal career, and significant cases like Brown v. Board of Education, highlighting his impact on civil rights and equality.

What role did the narrator's grandmother play in their household?

• She was a passive observer.

• She was a strict disciplinarian.

• She was the main decision-maker.

• She was rarely present.

Who was Thurgood Marshall?

• A popular musician.

• A renowned scientist.

• The first African-American Supreme Court Justice.

• A famous basketball player.

What significant barrier did Thurgood Marshall face in his education?

• Racial discrimination at the University of Maryland.

• Financial difficulties.

• Language barriers.

• Lack of interest in law.

What was a major influence on Thurgood Marshall's interest in law?

• His father's interest in court cases.

• His grandfather's escape from slavery.

• His own experiences with discrimination.

• His mother's career as a teacher.

Which university did Thurgood Marshall attend for his law degree?

• Princeton University

• Howard University

• Yale University

• Harvard University

What was Thurgood Marshall's role in the NAACP?

• He was the president.

• He was a volunteer.

• He was the chief counsel.

• He was a member.

What was the outcome of the Brown vs. Board of Education case?

• The decision was postponed.

• The case was dismissed.

• Schools were integrated.

• Schools remained segregated.

Who appointed Thurgood Marshall to the United States Court of Appeals?

• President Lyndon Johnson

• President Franklin D. Roosevelt

• President John F. Kennedy

• President Richard Nixon

What nickname was Thurgood Marshall given for his work in civil rights?

• Mr. Justice

• Mr. Equality

• Mr. Civil Rights

• Mr. Freedom

What legacy did Thurgood Marshall leave behind?

• A legacy of scientific discovery.

• A legacy of political leadership.

• A legacy of musical innovation.

• A legacy of fighting for equality.