Easy
What city was Ruby Bridges born in?
Tylertown, Mississippi?
Who showed up to Ruby's house in the morning?
The Federal Marshals
What was the name of the school Ruby attended?
What is William Frantz Elementary School?
What did some people do when Ruby went to school?
They protested
What did Ruby Bridges help to change in America?
School segregation
Who is the main character?
Ruby Bridges
What did Ruby need to do to go to her new school?
To pass the test
What did Ruby wear on her first day of school?
A white dress
What did Ruby Bridges want to be when she grew up?
A bridge, to help others understand that kids are kids.
How did Ruby inspire other children?
By showing courage
How old was Ruby when she first started school?
6 years old/ 1st grade
What happened that allowed blacks to go to white schools?
What is segregation?
Keeping black people and white people separate.
What are we celebrating this month?
Black History Month
What is the title of the book Ruby wrote about her experiences?
"I Am Ruby Bridges"
Was Ruby scared to go to school?
No, she thought it was Mardi Gras
What did Ruby enjoy doing as a child?
Playing with her friends.
Where did the story take place?
New Orleans, Louisiana
Who was Ruby's teacher?
Mrs. Henry
What is one lesson we can learn from Ruby's story?
To stand up for what's right
Did Ruby like her name?
No, she thought it was an old name.
How old is Ruby now?
She is 71 years old.
What challenges did Ruby face?
Test, loneliness, being treated badly
How have schools changed over time?
There is no segregation. Kids of all races can go to any school.
Finish the quote, Ruby says, "I am Ruby Bridges and I..."
Am the first!