How did Dorothy’s new surroundings contrast with her life in Farmville?

c) They were much more focused on military activity and war.

What was the message of the Pittsburgh Courier during the war?

b) "Let black American soldiers use the double V for a double victory."

How were the homes in Newsome Park and Copeland Park different?

a) Newsome Park homes for blacks, Copeland Park had homes for whites.

What happened if a black person sat in a "white" seat on the bus?

b) They had to pay a fine or were arrested.

What does the term “Jim Crow laws” refer to?

b) Laws enforcing racial segregation in the South.

What did the "double V" stand for?

a) Victory over the enemy abroad and victory over racism at home.

What was President Roosevelt's promise when the US entered World War II?

a) To protect the rights of all people to be free.

What is described as the atmosphere in Newport News upon Dorothy's arrival?

b) Filled with warships, soldiers, and constant work

What was the emotional conflict Dorothy experienced when leaving?

c) She felt that she would miss her family more than they would miss her.

What is the significance of Dorothy sitting in the "Coloured" waiting room?

b) It reflects the segregation laws in the South.

What role did Newport News play during the war?

b) It was a powerful military capital.

Why was there a waiting list for rooms and flats in Newport News?

a) Because there were too many war workers needing housing.

What was the segregation law in Virginia and other Southern states?

b) There was a “Coloured line” separating black and white people.

What role did the black newspapers play in the Civil Rights movement?

b) They helped bring together black groups and actions.

What was the state of housing in Hampton Roads due to the war?

b) There was a housing shortage with doubled prices.

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1
How did Dorothy’s new surroundings contrast with her life in Farmville?
b) They were more dangerous and chaotic.
a) They were quieter and more peaceful.
d) They had better schools and hospitals.
c) They were much more focused on military activity and war.
2
What was the message of the Pittsburgh Courier during the war?
b) "Let black American soldiers use the double V for a double victory."
c) "War is terrible, and we should end it."
a) "Help us to free all people abroad first."
d) "Victory over racism is not important."
3
How were the homes in Newsome Park and Copeland Park different?
d) There was no difference between the two.
b) Newsome Park was nicer than Copeland Park.
c) Copeland Park had fewer houses than Newsome Park.
a) Newsome Park homes for blacks, Copeland Park had homes for whites.
4
What happened if a black person sat in a "white" seat on the bus?
d) They were allowed to stay seated.
a) They were given a warning.
c) They were told to move to the back.
b) They had to pay a fine or were arrested.
5
How long did Dorothy teach math before leaving for Langley?
One Year
Five Years
Twelve Years
Six Years
6
How much does Dorothy earn per year at her new job?
b) $2,000
a) $1,000
d) $10,000
c) $5,000
7
What does the term “Jim Crow laws” refer to?
b) Laws enforcing racial segregation in the South.
d) Laws banning segregation in schools.
c) Laws for better treatment of black people.
a) Laws that promoted equality for all races.
8
What did the "double V" stand for?
b) Victory for the black community and victory for the soldiers.
d) Victory in Europe and victory in the Pacific.
a) Victory over the enemy abroad and victory over racism at home.
c) Victory over war and over poverty.
9
What was President Roosevelt's promise when the US entered World War II?
a) To protect the rights of all people to be free.
b) To end segregation in the Southern states.
d) To support the black community.
c) To stop the war against Germany.
10
What is Dorothy's new job title at Langley?
c) Engineer
a) Mathematician, grade 1
b) Teacher
d) Doctor
11
Who is Dorothy?
a) A teacher
b) A mathematician
c) A military worker
d) A writer
12
What is described as the atmosphere in Newport News upon Dorothy's arrival?
a) Peaceful and quiet
b) Filled with warships, soldiers, and constant work
c) A place of calm with no war activity
d) A vacation destination
13
What was the emotional conflict Dorothy experienced when leaving?
d) She was happy to be leaving Farmville.
b) She was nervous about the new job.
a) She was excited to leave her family.
c) She felt that she would miss her family more than they would miss her.
14
What is the significance of Dorothy sitting in the "Coloured" waiting room?
b) It reflects the segregation laws in the South.
c) It shows that Dorothy was waiting for a bus to Langley.
a) It shows how Dorothy was treated differently as a black person.
d) It was part of her cultural tradition.
15
What role did Newport News play during the war?
b) It was a powerful military capital.
a) It was a peaceful town.
c) It was a fishing town.
d) It was a government administrative center.
16
Why was there a waiting list for rooms and flats in Newport News?
c) Because the houses were too expensive.
d) Because there were not enough schools.
a) Because there were too many war workers needing housing.
b) Because people were moving out of the area.
17
What was the segregation law in Virginia and other Southern states?
b) There was a “Coloured line” separating black and white people.
c) All public places were integrated.
a) Black people were allowed to sit anywhere.
d) Black people could use the same facilities as white people.
18
What role did the black newspapers play in the Civil Rights movement?
b) They helped bring together black groups and actions.
c) They were mostly about sports.
a) They focused on the war abroad.
d) They did not play a role.
19
What was the state of housing in Hampton Roads due to the war?
d) The government provided free housing.
b) There was a housing shortage with doubled prices.
c) Many homes were being abandoned.
a) Housing prices had dropped.
20
What was the cost of Dorothy’s room and meals in Newsome Park?
a) $5 per week
b) $15 per week
d) $50 per week
c) $20 per week

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