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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3: Chapter 16- Chapter 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In 1964, what party was refused a seat by the Democratic National Convention?
(a) Whigs.
(b) African American Republican Party.
(c) Mississippi Freedom Party.
(d) Democratic Party Representing Minorities of America.

2. On what date was President John F. Kennedy assassinated?
(a) July 19, 1957.
(b) November 22, 1963.
(c) August 28, 1963.
(d) December 5, 1955.

3. In Dr. King's "I Have A Dream" speech, what does King say all Americans hold that is signed by the founders of the United States?
(a) A "promissory note."
(b) An "unpaid ticket."
(c) A "promise of intent."
(d) A "lottery ticket."

4. What years did Frederick Douglas live?
(a) 1909-1969.
(b) 1922-1989.
(c) 1817-1895.
(d) 1895-1946.

5. Who were the primary people who led the movement exemplified by eating at lunch counters next to Caucasians?
(a) African American business-persons.
(b) African American college students.
(c) African American women.
(d) African American men.

Short Answer Questions

1. What movement involved civil rights activists who sought to challenge religious segregation?

2. What group organized the first integrated group of interstate travelers?

3. What was the name of the high school that nine black children attended under surveillance of federal troops, in Arkansas?

4. On what date was the Civil Rights Bill of 1964 signed?

5. What was found on a farm near Philadelphia, Mississippi, on August 4, 1964?

(see the answer key)

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