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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 12-14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did the reporters sit in the federal courtroom that the Little Rock Nine attended?
(a) With the Little Rock Nine.
(b) Behind a rope.
(c) In the jury box.
(d) Outside of the courtroom.

2. Who looked like "spectators at a sports event" when Melba arrives at school on October 1?
(a) Arkansas National Guard.
(b) Teachers.
(c) Police.
(d) Student parents.

3. What class did Melba withdraw from after Christmas due to not being able to concentrate?
(a) Business.
(b) Gym.
(c) French.
(d) Shorthand.

4. What was the evening newspaper that the Pattillos sometimes read?
(a) Little Rock News.
(b) Arkansas Gazette.
(c) Arkansas Democrat.
(d) Little Rock Herald.

5. What kind of car did Vince own?
(a) Green Oldsmobile.
(b) Red and white Chevy.
(c) Silver Cadillac.
(d) Black Chrysler.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who told Melba to "make this day the best you can" on the day the 101st took her to school?

2. Who filed a civil suit against the NAACP in Arkansas?

3. During the time that the 101st was at Central High School, who drove the students to school?

4. Who were the federalized soldiers that inadequately protected the nine children?

5. How many New Year's Resolutions did Melba make?

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