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Austin Warren
on Oct 28, 2024
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In response to the violence encountered by the Freedom Riders in Birmingham and Montgomery, Alabama, President Kennedy __________________.
A) sent federal marshals to Alabama to protect them, but allowed them to be arrested in Mississippi
B) chastised those involved for engaging in civil disobedience
C) provided them with military escorts for the rest of their journey
D) took no action
Federal Marshals
Law enforcement officers within the United States Department of Justice, responsible for duties such as protection of the federal judiciary, apprehension of fugitives, and management of criminal assets.
Civil Disobedience
The act of intentionally breaking laws or commands of a government or occupying power, to protest against laws or policies considered unjust.
- Comprehend the role and impact of the civil rights movement during the Kennedy and Johnson administrations, including key legislation and the involvement of young activists.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the role and impact of the civil rights movement during the Kennedy and Johnson administrations, including key legislation and the involvement of young activists.