4 March 2022 "Quest" Reviews: Proficient Level
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Questions and Answers
- 1.
Emmett Till accidentally violated all of the following "rules" concerning interactions with Southern whites except he:
- A.
Was in a place designated for whites only
- B.
Was seen as disrespectful of a white person
- C.
Made eye contact with a white person
- D.
Initiated conversation with a white person
Correct Answer
A. Was in a place designated for whites onlyExplanation
Emmett Till accidentally violated the rule of being in a place designated for whites only. The other three rules mentioned in the question - being disrespectful of a white person, making eye contact with a white person, and initiating conversation with a white person - were all rules that he unintentionally followed or did not violate.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Remember the famous African-American woman that refused to give up her seat on a public bus; in which part of the bus did she refuse to give up her seat? The:
- A.
Middle-third of the bus
- B.
Front-Third of the bus
- C.
Back-third of the bus
Correct Answer
A. Middle-third of the busExplanation
The correct answer is middle-third of the bus. This refers to the section of the bus located between the front and back thirds. The famous African-American woman, Rosa Parks, refused to give up her seat in this specific area of the bus, which was designated for white passengers only. Her act of defiance sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott and became a pivotal moment in the Civil Rights Movement.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which of the following presidents sent the 101st Airborne to escort 9 African-American students to school in Little Rock?
- A.
Lyndon Johnson
- B.
Eisenhower
- C.
Kennedy
- D.
Nixon
Correct Answer
B. EisenhowerExplanation
Eisenhower sent the 101st Airborne to escort 9 African-American students to school in Little Rock. This decision was made in response to the resistance faced by these students when they attempted to integrate into the previously all-white school. Eisenhower's action demonstrated his commitment to enforcing desegregation and upholding the rights of African-American students to receive an education free from discrimination.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which of the following made the decision to use fire-hoses on African-American protestors in 1963, which was captured on national television?
- A.
Bull Connor
- B.
Redd Foxx
- C.
Spike Jones
- D.
Colonel Crittendon
Correct Answer
A. Bull ConnorExplanation
Bull Connor made the decision to use fire-hoses on African-American protestors in 1963, which was captured on national television.Rate this question:
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- 5.
According to the Zapruder Film, the time between the first and third shots was:
- A.
8.3 seconds
- B.
7.7 seconds
- C.
5.8 seconds
- D.
6.4 seconds
Correct Answer
A. 8.3 secondsExplanation
The Zapruder Film, which captured the assassination of John F. Kennedy, provides evidence to determine the time between the first and third shots. Based on the film, the correct answer is 8.3 seconds. This suggests that there was a significant time gap between the first and third shots fired during the assassination.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Martin Luther King, Jr. was the leader of which of the following African-American Civil Rights groups?
- A.
Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC)
- B.
Congress of Racial Equality (CORE)
- C.
National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)
- D.
Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee (SNCC)
Correct Answer
A. Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC)Explanation
Martin Luther King, Jr. was the leader of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) because he played a pivotal role in organizing and leading this civil rights group. The SCLC was founded in 1957 and aimed to advance the rights and equality of African Americans through nonviolent protests and civil disobedience. Martin Luther King, Jr. served as the president of the SCLC from its inception until his assassination in 1968. Under his leadership, the SCLC organized significant events such as the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the March on Washington, which were instrumental in the civil rights movement.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Which of the following were the presidential candidates during the Election of 1960?
- A.
John Kennedy (Democrat) v. Richard Nixon (Republican)
- B.
Richard Nixon (Republican) v. Hubert Humphrey (Democrat)
- C.
Lyndon Johnson (Democrat) v. Barry Goldwater (Republican)
- D.
Dwight Eisenhower (Republican) v. John Kennedy (Democrat)
Correct Answer
A. John Kennedy (Democrat) v. Richard Nixon (Republican)Explanation
In the Election of 1960, the presidential candidates were John Kennedy (Democrat) and Richard Nixon (Republican).Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which of the following was president during the Cuban Missile Crisis?
- A.
Kennedy
- B.
Lyndon Johnson
- C.
Eisenhower
- D.
Nixon
Correct Answer
A. KennedyExplanation
Kennedy was the president during the Cuban Missile Crisis. This crisis occurred in 1962 when the United States discovered that the Soviet Union was secretly installing nuclear missiles in Cuba. Kennedy's leadership during this tense period was crucial in resolving the crisis peacefully and avoiding a potential nuclear war. He implemented a naval blockade around Cuba and engaged in intense negotiations with Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev, eventually reaching a deal to remove the missiles in exchange for a US promise not to invade Cuba. Kennedy's handling of the crisis is considered a significant moment in Cold War history.Rate this question:
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- 9.
The Cuban Missile Crisis ended when the missiles were removed from Cuba, and the U.S. promised to:
- A.
Never invade Cuba again
- B.
Remove nuclear missiles from Greece
- C.
Ask permission before testing any nuclear bombs in the future
- D.
Decrease their number of nuclear submarines
Correct Answer
A. Never invade Cuba againExplanation
The correct answer is "Never invade Cuba again" because one of the main objectives of the Cuban Missile Crisis was to ensure that the United States would not invade Cuba. This was a major concern for the Soviet Union, and the removal of the missiles from Cuba was contingent upon the United States' promise to never invade the country.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Which of the following assassinated Medgar Evers; he wasn't convicted of the assassination for 25 years:
- A.
Byron de la Beckwith
- B.
James Earl Ray
- C.
Jackie Earl Haley
- D.
John Mark Chapman
Correct Answer
A. Byron de la BeckwithExplanation
Byron de la Beckwith assassinated Medgar Evers and was not convicted of the assassination for 25 years.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Which of the following was the most "infamous" political commercial from the Election of 1964; it aired only ONCE on television, because so many Americans called in to the networks complaining about the unfairness of the ad. The:
- A.
"Daisy Ad"
- B.
"Pregnant Lady Ad"
- C.
"Ice Cream Ad"
- D.
"Hotline Ad"
Correct Answer
A. "Daisy Ad"Explanation
The correct answer is the "Daisy Ad." This political commercial is considered infamous because it aired only once on television during the Election of 1964. The ad depicted a young girl picking petals off a daisy, which then transitioned to a countdown followed by a nuclear explosion. The purpose of the ad was to criticize Barry Goldwater's stance on nuclear weapons, implying that his policies could lead to a catastrophic event. However, the ad received significant backlash from viewers who found it unfair and overly provocative, leading to its limited airing.Rate this question:
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- 12.
During which of the following Civil Rights events was a white, middle class housewife from Detroit murdered by the KKK while giving a ride in her car to a young African-American Civil Rights protester?
- A.
Selma March
- B.
Freedom Ride
- C.
Montgomery Bus Boycott
- D.
Freedom Summer
Correct Answer
A. Selma MarchExplanation
During the Selma March, a white, middle-class housewife from Detroit was tragically murdered by the KKK while providing a ride in her car to a young African-American Civil Rights protester. The Selma March was a significant event in the Civil Rights movement, where activists marched from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama, to demand voting rights for African Americans. This violent act highlights the dangers and resistance faced by those advocating for equal rights during this time.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Which of the following was the most famous Civil Rights Leader from the state of Mississippi; he was assassinated in his own driveway:
- A.
Medgar Evers
- B.
John Lewis
- C.
Ralph Abernathy
- D.
Malcolm X
Correct Answer
A. Medgar EversExplanation
Medgar Evers was the most famous Civil Rights Leader from the state of Mississippi. He was assassinated in his own driveway, which further elevated his status and made him a symbol of the struggle for racial equality. His work as the NAACP field secretary in Mississippi, advocating for voting rights and desegregation, made him a prominent figure in the Civil Rights Movement. Evers' assassination in 1963 sparked outrage and became a catalyst for change, inspiring others to continue the fight for civil rights.Rate this question:
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