Civil Rights Movement Insights

Janice Kelce shares her experiences as a foot soldier in the Civil Rights Movement, detailing her introduction to the movement through mass meetings, the influence of James Beville, and the preparation and execution of the D-Day march. She highlights the inequalities faced by African Americans and the nonviolent strategies employed during the protests.

How did Janice Kelce first become interested in the Civil Rights Movement?

• By attending mass meetings with her friend

• Through her school's history class

• Through a family member's involvement

• By reading about it in the newspaper

What was the main focus of the mass meetings Janice attended?

• Fundraising for local churches

• Planning community events

• Discussing political strategies

• Recruiting people for the movement

What did James Beville highlight about the resources at Phillips High School?

• They had better cafeteria food

• They had more electric typewriters

• They had a larger library

• They had more sports equipment

What realization did Janice have about her education after attending the mass meetings?

• Her school had the latest textbooks

• Her school was well-funded

• Her teachers were the best in the city

• Her education was secondhand

What was the purpose of the nonviolent workshops Janice attended?

• To learn self-defense techniques

• To organize fundraising events

• To learn freedom songs and nonviolent behavior

• To practice public speaking

What was the code name for the planned march on May 2, 1963?

• Project C

• D-Day

• March for Justice

• Operation Freedom

What were participants instructed to do if confronted during the march?

• Call the police

• Sing or pray

• Run away

• Argue back

What did Janice pack in her purse on the morning of the march?

• A map and compass

• Snacks and water

• Soap, toothpaste, and deodorant

• Books and notebooks

How did Janice's mother react to her leaving for school on the day of the march?

• She encouraged her to join the march

• She was unaware of the march

• She warned her not to get into trouble

• She accompanied her to school

What was the final destination of the march on D-Day?

• 16th Street Baptist Church

• City Hall

• The local courthouse

• The state capitol