Ruby Bridges Quiz
Covers the Disney movie Ruby Bridges
- 1.
What was the name and year of the new school Ruby attended?
- A.
1860 Booker T. Washington High
- B.
1961 Eisenhower High
- C.
1775 William Frantz Elementary
- D.
1960 William Frantz Elementary
Correct Answer
D. 1960 William Frantz ElementaryExplanation
Ruby attended William Frantz Elementary in 1960.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What is the name of the city where Ruby lived?
- A.
New York
- B.
New Jersey
- C.
New Orleans
- D.
Houston
Correct Answer
C. New OrleansExplanation
Ruby lived in New Orleans.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Why did Ruby’s mother want her to go to a new school?
- A.
She thought Ruby would get a better education
- B.
There would be a lot of blacks
- C.
There would be many white kids
- D.
They lived close to the school
Correct Answer
A. She thought Ruby would get a better educationExplanation
Ruby's mother wanted her to go to a new school because she believed that Ruby would receive a better education there.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Who was Ruby’s teacher?
- A.
Dr. Coles
- B.
Mrs. Henry
- C.
Miss Spencer
- D.
Miss Woodmere
Correct Answer
B. Mrs. HenryExplanation
The correct answer is Mrs. Henry.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Who were the people who protected Ruby on the way to school?
- A.
NAACP
- B.
Her dad
- C.
U.S. Marshals
- D.
Navy
Correct Answer
C. U.S. MarshalsExplanation
The U.S. Marshals were the people who protected Ruby on her way to school. U.S. Marshals are law enforcement officers who are responsible for protecting federal courts, apprehending fugitives, and providing security for witnesses. In the case of Ruby, the U.S. Marshals were assigned to protect her due to the racially charged environment and the potential threats she faced as one of the first African American students to attend an all-white school in the 1960s. Their presence ensured her safety during her daily commute to school.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Ruby was the first African American to integrate an elementary school in the South: what does the word integrate mean?
- A.
Only blacks could go to a school
- B.
Black and whites going to the same school
- C.
Laws unfair to white children
- D.
Laws unfair to black children
Correct Answer
B. Black and whites going to the same schoolExplanation
The word "integrate" in this context means the process of combining or bringing together people of different races, specifically black and white, to attend the same school. This implies that prior to integration, schools were segregated based on race, and only black students or white students were allowed to attend separate schools. Integration aimed to end this segregation and promote equal educational opportunities for all races.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The rising action is the revealing of the conflict, when does the conflict begin?
- A.
Ruby makes a very high score on a test and was chosen to go to an all white school
- B.
Ruby plays baseball and hurt her knee
- C.
The dad lost his job
- D.
All white kids left the school when Ruby enrolled
Correct Answer
D. All white kids left the school when Ruby enrolledExplanation
The correct answer is "all white kids left the school when Ruby enrolled". This event marks the beginning of the conflict as it creates a clear divide between Ruby and the other students based on race. The departure of the white kids from the school highlights the racial tension and discrimination that Ruby faces, setting the stage for further conflict and challenges she will encounter throughout the story.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What caused Ruby’s dad to lose his job?
- A.
He got hurt by the angry mob and couldn’t work
- B.
The people at his job were furious about his daughter going to the new school
- C.
He found a better job as a painter
- D.
He had a fight at work
Correct Answer
B. The people at his job were furious about his daughter going to the new school -
- 9.
What did Ruby say to the protesters on her way to school?
- A.
She did not talk to them, she prayed for them
- B.
She finally got angry and threaten them
- C.
She yelled to leave her alone
- D.
She put a spell on them
Correct Answer
A. She did not talk to them, she prayed for themExplanation
Ruby chose not to engage in conversation with the protesters and instead decided to pray for them. This shows her peaceful and compassionate nature, as she responded to the situation with empathy and understanding. By praying for the protesters, Ruby expressed her desire for their well-being and potentially hoped for a resolution to the issues that led them to protest in the first place.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What reason did the vice principal give for lowering Ruby's test scores?
- A.
Ruby’s test scores were to high since she had independent help her scores were inaccurate
- B.
Black children test scores could never be that high
- C.
The teacher took the test for Ruby
- D.
She took the test twice
Correct Answer
A. Ruby’s test scores were to high since she had independent help her scores were inaccurateExplanation
The vice principal gave the reason that Ruby's test scores were too high because she had independent help, which made her scores inaccurate.Rate this question:
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- 11.
The climax is the most intense part of a story that often leads the reader “on the edge of their seat” wondering what will happen next. Climax is also the turning point which leads to change. What was the first event to take place that caused a change for Ruby at her new school?
- A.
She prayed for the protestors
- B.
The priest took his daughter to school
- C.
She took a test
- D.
Mrs. Henry threaten the Vice Principal
Correct Answer
A. She prayed for the protestorsExplanation
The first event that caused a change for Ruby at her new school was when she prayed for the protestors. This event suggests that Ruby is compassionate and empathetic towards others, and her act of praying for the protestors may have led to a shift in her perspective or relationships at school.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Why did Ruby only want to eat packaged food?
- A.
She wanted to gain weight
- B.
She never liked her mother’s cooking
- C.
The irate protestors threaten to poison her food
- D.
She only like packaged foods
Correct Answer
C. The irate protestors threaten to poison her foodExplanation
The correct answer is "the irate protestors threaten to poison her food". This suggests that Ruby only wanted to eat packaged food because she was afraid that her food would be poisoned by the angry protestors.Rate this question:
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- 13.
What threat did Mrs. Henry make to the vice principal that results in the kids being integrated?
- A.
She was going to beat her to a pulp
- B.
Mrs. Henry threaten to burn the school
- C.
She was going to call the superintendent
- D.
She would take all the kids out of the school and start a new one
Correct Answer
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- 14.
Ruby Bridges was often called a “brave little girl” by her father what attributes does she possess that made her brave?
- A.
She did not show fear when the angry protestors were cruel to her and she had a forgiving heart
- B.
She did not want to go back to that school
- C.
She cried all the time to stay home
- D.
She had nightmares every night but she still prayed for the protesters
Correct Answer
A. She did not show fear when the angry protestors were cruel to her and she had a forgiving heartExplanation
Ruby Bridges was considered brave because she did not show fear when faced with angry protestors who were cruel to her. Additionally, she possessed a forgiving heart, which further showcased her bravery.Rate this question:
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- 15.
How does Ruby's dad feel about the "privilege" of Ruby attending an integrated school?
- A.
He was excited
- B.
He was unsure and livid with all that took place
- C.
He never been happier
- D.
He was elated and knew this would change the world
Correct Answer
B. He was unsure and livid with all that took placeExplanation
The correct answer is "he was unsure and livid with all that took place." This can be inferred from the phrase "all that took place," which suggests that something happened that made Ruby's dad unsure and angry about the privilege of Ruby attending an integrated school.Rate this question:
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- 16.
When the store owner told the dad he was no longer welcomed, he tore up the store and told her he was the first to buy from her.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The given statement suggests that the dad tore up the store because the store owner told him he was no longer welcomed. However, the answer is False, meaning that this statement is incorrect. Without further context or information, it is not possible to provide a specific explanation for why the answer is false.Rate this question:
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- 17.
The protestors call the Priest a traitor when he tried to take his daughter to school.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given statement suggests that the protestors labeled the Priest as a traitor when he attempted to take his daughter to school. This implies that the protestors disagreed with the Priest's decision and considered it a betrayal of their cause or beliefs. Therefore, the answer "True" indicates that the statement accurately reflects the situation described.Rate this question:
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- 18.
The other teachers at the school were distant and did not speak to Ruby’s teacher.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement suggests that the other teachers at the school were not friendly or approachable towards Ruby's teacher. This implies that there was a lack of communication or interaction between Ruby's teacher and the other teachers. Therefore, the correct answer is true, indicating that the other teachers were distant and did not speak to Ruby's teacher.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Ruby’s first day of school was great, she met all the other kids in her class and everyone adored her.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement says that Ruby's first day of school was great and everyone adored her. However, the question asks if the answer is false. Therefore, the correct answer is false because it contradicts the statement given.Rate this question:
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- 20.
Ruby Nell Bridges
- A.
Wealthy black man who is part of NAACP that invites Ruby to his home
- B.
The vice principal at the school who was against integration
- C.
The main character in the movie who help to integrate schools
- D.
Lost his job and initially did not want Ruby to go to the new school
- E.
A psychiatrist who helps Ruby deal with the social issues of going to a school where she is not welcomed
- F.
The teacher who stood up for Ruby’s teacher and later became her friends
- G.
Determined to have her daughter receive a better education and change things for other black children
- H.
Help to integrate the school by fighting for Ruby’s rights and threaten the vice principal if she tried to change Ruby’s test scores
- I.
Tried to learn how to make gumbo and wanted her husband to be friends with the Bridges instead of just working with them
Correct Answer
C. The main character in the movie who help to integrate schoolsExplanation
The correct answer is the main character in the movie who helps to integrate schools. This answer is supported by the information provided in the question, which mentions that the main character fought for Ruby's rights and threatened the vice principal. This suggests that the main character played a significant role in integrating the schools and advocating for Ruby's education.Rate this question:
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- 21.
Barbara Henry
- A.
Wealthy black man who is part of NAACP that invites Ruby to his home
- B.
The vice principal at the school who was against integration
- C.
The main character in the movie who help to integrate schools
- D.
Lost his job and initially did not want Ruby to go to the new school
- E.
A psychiatrist who helps Ruby deal with the social issues of going to a school where she is not welcomed
- F.
The teacher who stood up for Ruby’s teacher and later became her friends
- G.
Determined to have her daughter receive a better education and change things for other black children
- H.
Help to integrate the school by fighting for Ruby’s rights and threaten the vice principal if she tried to change Ruby’s test scores
- I.
Tried to learn how to make gumbo and wanted her husband to be friends with the Bridges instead of just working with them
Correct Answer
H. Help to integrate the school by fighting for Ruby’s rights and threaten the vice principal if she tried to change Ruby’s test scoresExplanation
Barbara Henry played a crucial role in integrating the school by advocating for Ruby's rights and standing up against the vice principal. She not only fought for Ruby's right to attend the school but also threatened the vice principal with consequences if she attempted to manipulate Ruby's test scores. This shows Barbara's determination to ensure equal education opportunities for black children and her willingness to take action against those who opposed integration. Additionally, the mention of Barbara's actions to integrate the school aligns with the given answer.Rate this question:
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- 22.
Dr. Robert Coles
- A.
Wealthy black man who is part of NAACP that invites Ruby to his home
- B.
The vice principal at the school who was against integration
- C.
The main character in the movie who help to integrate schools
- D.
Lost his job and initially did not want Ruby to go to the new school
- E.
A psychiatrist who helps Ruby deal with the social issues of going to a school where she is not welcomed
- F.
The teacher who stood up for Ruby’s teacher and later became her friends
- G.
Determined to have her daughter receive a better education and change things for other black children
- H.
Help to integrate the school by fighting for Ruby’s rights and threaten the vice principal if she tried to change Ruby’s test scores
- I.
Tried to learn how to make gumbo and wanted her husband to be friends with the Bridges instead of just working with them
Correct Answer
E. A psychiatrist who helps Ruby deal with the social issues of going to a school where she is not welcomedExplanation
Dr. Robert Coles is a psychiatrist who helps Ruby deal with the social issues of going to a school where she is not welcomed. He provides emotional support and guidance to Ruby as she faces discrimination and prejudice from her classmates and the community. Dr. Coles helps Ruby navigate through the challenges of integration and assists her in developing coping mechanisms to deal with the hostility she encounters.Rate this question:
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- 23.
Abon Bridges
- A.
Wealthy black man who is part of NAACP that invites Ruby to his home
- B.
The vice principal at the school who was against integration
- C.
The main character in the movie who help to integrate schools
- D.
Lost his job and initially did not want Ruby to go to the new school
- E.
A psychiatrist who helps Ruby deal with the social issues of going to a school where she is not welcomed
- F.
The teacher who stood up for Ruby’s teacher and later became her friends
- G.
Determined to have her daughter receive a better education and change things for other black children
- H.
Help to integrate the school by fighting for Ruby’s rights and threaten the vice principal if she tried to change Ruby’s test scores
- I.
Tried to learn how to make gumbo and wanted her husband to be friends with the Bridges instead of just working with them
Correct Answer
D. Lost his job and initially did not want Ruby to go to the new schoolExplanation
The correct answer is "lost his job and initially did not want Ruby to go to the new school." This answer is supported by the information given in the question, which states that Abon Bridges is a wealthy black man who is part of the NAACP and invites Ruby to his home. None of the other options mentioned in the question align with this description.Rate this question:
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- 24.
Lucille "Lucy" Bridges
- A.
Wealthy black man who is part of NAACP that invites Ruby to his home
- B.
The vice principal at the school who was against integration
- C.
The main character in the movie who help to integrate schools
- D.
Lost his job and initially did not want Ruby to go to the new school
- E.
A psychiatrist who helps Ruby deal with the social issues of going to a school where she is not welcomed
- F.
The teacher who stood up for Ruby’s teacher and later became her friends
- G.
Determined to have her daughter receive a better education and change things for other black children
- H.
Help to integrate the school by fighting for Ruby’s rights and threaten the vice principal if she tried to change Ruby’s test scores
- I.
Tried to learn how to make gumbo and wanted her husband to be friends with the Bridges instead of just working with them
Correct Answer
G. Determined to have her daughter receive a better education and change things for other black childrenExplanation
Lucille "Lucy" Bridges is described as being determined to have her daughter receive a better education and change things for other black children. This suggests that she is actively advocating for equal educational opportunities for black children and is willing to fight for her daughter's rights. This determination and drive to bring about positive change make her a significant character in the story.Rate this question:
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- 25.
Jane Coles
- A.
Wealthy black man who is part of NAACP that invites Ruby to his home
- B.
The vice principal at the school who was against integration
- C.
The main character in the movie who help to integrate schools
- D.
Lost his job and initially did not want Ruby to go to the new school
- E.
A psychiatrist who helps Ruby deal with the social issues of going to a school where she is not welcomed
- F.
The teacher who stood up for Ruby’s teacher and later became her friends
- G.
Determined to have her daughter receive a better education and change things for other black children
- H.
Help to integrate the school by fighting for Ruby’s rights and threaten the vice principal if she tried to change Ruby’s test scores
- I.
Tried to learn how to make gumbo and wanted her husband to be friends with the Bridges instead of just working with them
Correct Answer
I. Tried to learn how to make gumbo and wanted her husband to be friends with the Bridges instead of just working with themExplanation
The answer suggests that the character tried to learn how to make gumbo and wanted her husband to be friends with the Bridges instead of just working with them. This implies that the character was making an effort to understand and connect with the Bridges on a personal level, rather than just maintaining a professional relationship. This shows that the character was invested in building a genuine friendship and fostering a sense of community, which could contribute to breaking down barriers and promoting integration.Rate this question:
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- 26.
Dr. Broyard
- A.
Wealthy black man who is part of NAACP that invites Ruby to his home
- B.
The vice principal at the school who was against integration
- C.
The main character in the movie who help to integrate schools
- D.
Lost his job and initially did not want Ruby to go to the new school
- E.
A psychiatrist who helps Ruby deal with the social issues of going to a school where she is not welcomed
- F.
The teacher who stood up for Ruby’s teacher and later became her friends
- G.
Determined to have her daughter receive a better education and change things for other black children
- H.
Help to integrate the school by fighting for Ruby’s rights and threaten the vice principal if she tried to change Ruby’s test scores
- I.
Tried to learn how to make gumbo and wanted her husband to be friends with the Bridges instead of just working with them
Correct Answer
A. Wealthy black man who is part of NAACP that invites Ruby to his homeExplanation
Dr. Broyard is the correct answer because he is described as a wealthy black man who is part of the NAACP and invites Ruby to his home. This suggests that he is a supportive figure in Ruby's life, likely advocating for her rights and providing her with a safe and welcoming environment.Rate this question:
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- 27.
Miss Woodmere
- A.
Wealthy black man who is part of NAACP that invites Ruby to his home
- B.
The vice principal at the school who was against integration
- C.
The main character in the movie who help to integrate schools
- D.
Lost his job and initially did not want Ruby to go to the new school
- E.
A psychiatrist who helps Ruby deal with the social issues of going to a school where she is not welcomed
- F.
The teacher who stood up for Ruby’s teacher and later became her friends
- G.
Determined to have her daughter receive a better education and change things for other black children
- H.
Help to integrate the school by fighting for Ruby’s rights and threaten the vice principal if she tried to change Ruby’s test scores
- I.
Tried to learn how to make gumbo and wanted her husband to be friends with the Bridges instead of just working with them
Correct Answer
B. The vice principal at the school who was against integrationExplanation
The correct answer is the vice principal at the school who was against integration. This answer is supported by the statement that the vice principal lost his job and initially did not want Ruby to go to the new school. This suggests that he was against the integration of schools and opposed Ruby's enrollment.Rate this question:
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- 28.
Miss Spencer
- A.
Wealthy black man who is part of NAACP that invites Ruby to his home
- B.
The vice principal at the school who was against integration
- C.
The main character in the movie who help to integrate schools
- D.
Lost his job and initially did not want Ruby to go to the new school
- E.
A psychiatrist who helps Ruby deal with the social issues of going to a school where she is not welcomed
- F.
The teacher who stood up for Ruby’s teacher and later became her friends
- G.
Determined to have her daughter receive a better education and change things for other black children
- H.
Help to integrate the school by fighting for Ruby’s rights and threaten the vice principal if she tried to change Ruby’s test scores
- I.
Tried to learn how to make gumbo and wanted her husband to be friends with the Bridges instead of just working with them
Correct Answer
F. The teacher who stood up for Ruby’s teacher and later became her friendsExplanation
The correct answer is the teacher who stood up for Ruby’s teacher and later became her friend. This explanation suggests that the teacher played a significant role in supporting Ruby and advocating for her rights. The teacher's actions show a commitment to equality and integration, which aligns with the theme of the story. Additionally, the teacher's friendship with Ruby indicates a strong bond and support system for the main character.Rate this question:
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