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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the "sole voice" of Little Rock's African American community in 1957?
(a) Arkansas Times.
(b) Little Rock News.
(c) Arkansas State Press.
(d) Little Rock Herald.

2. According to the author what were most girls listening to in 1957?
(a) "Peggy Sue" by Buddy Holly.
(b) "All Shook Up" by Elvis Presley.
(c) "Chantilly Lace" by the Big Boppers.
(d) "Donna" by Richie Valens.

3. Melba's mother was a teacher. What did she teach?
(a) 11th grade social studies.
(b) College science.
(c) Elementary school math.
(d) 7th grade English.

4. What type of shoes did Melba wear to school?
(a) Boots.
(b) Saddle shoes.
(c) Sandals.
(d) Sneakers.

5. Who was Mr. Higgenbottom?
(a) The shotgun.
(b) A neighbor.
(c) A male friend of Grandma's.
(d) An imaginary friend.

Short Answer Questions

1. In 1954, what was the population of Little Rock and of that number, how many were African American?

2. Who was Daisy Bates?

3. Who told Melba "a true warrior does not give up"?

4. Whose concert was Melba not allowed to go to in 1956 due to segregation?

5. Who was Conrad?

(see the answer key)

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