The Day of Change: Bloody Sunday
Questions:
5
Grade:
5
Words:
63
On a sunny day in 1965, a group of heroes decided to march for equality. They wanted every person to have the same rights. This day became known as Bloody Sunday. Although things didn't go as planned, they did not give up. Their courage inspired many and led to great changes in society. This event showed that peaceful protest can bring about big change.
Question 1
What event is the excerpt referring to?
A
The Civil Rights Act
B
Bloody Sunday
Explanation. The excerpt mentions the event known as 'Bloody Sunday'.
C
The March on Washington
D
The American Revolution
E
The Emancipation Proclamation
Question 2
Which term best describes the group mentioned in the text?
A
Villains
B
Criminals
C
Heroes
Explanation. The text refers to the group as a 'group of heroes'.
D
Politicians
E
Celebrities
Question 3
What did the heroes hope to achieve?
A
Financial gain
B
Political power
C
Equality for all
Explanation. The excerpt states that the heroes 'wanted every person to have the same rights'.
D
Career advancement
E
Fame and recognition
Question 4
What was the result of the event?
A
Nothing changed
B
A war broke out
C
The heroes were punished
D
It led to great changes in society
Explanation. The text says that the event 'led to great changes in society'.
E
The heroes became famous
Question 5
What can be inferred from the text about the nature of the protest?
A
It was violent and chaotic
B
It was peaceful
Explanation. The text states that 'this event showed that peaceful protest can bring about big change'.
C
It was insignificant
D
It was led by political leaders
E
It was unsuccessful
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