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Viola Desmond: A Courageous Stand for Equality
Once upon a time, in Nova Scotia, Canada, lived a lady named Viola Desmond. She was brave and believed in fairness. One day, Viola went to a movie theatre but was asked to sit in a section only for black people. Viola thought it was unfair and refused to move. She was arrested and had to pay a fine. But Viola s courage sparked change. Soon, the law that separated black and white people in public places was removed. Viola became a hero, and was the first woman to appear on a Canadian banknote.
Question 1
Where did Viola Desmond live?
New York
California
London
Nova Scotia
Explanation. Viola Desmond lived in Nova Scotia, Canada.
Toronto
Question 2
What happened when Viola went to a movie theatre?
She was given a free ticket
She was asked to sit in a section for black people
Explanation. Viola was asked to sit in a section only for black people in the movie theatre.
She was given a special seat
She met a famous person
She was given a job at the theatre
Question 3
What did Viola do when asked to move to a section for black people?
She moved immediately
She shouted at the staff
She refused to move
Explanation. Viola thought it was unfair to be segregated and therefore refused to move.
She left the theatre
She asked for a refund
Question 4
What happened after Viola refused to move?
She was applauded
She was given a medal
She was arrested and had to pay a fine
Explanation. Viola was arrested and had to pay a fine for refusing to move.
She was given a free movie ticket
She was asked to leave the theatre
Question 5
What was one of Viola s accomplishments?
She became a movie star
She was the first woman to appear on a Canadian banknote
Explanation. Viola Desmond was recognized for her bravery and became the first woman to appear on a Canadian banknote.
She became the mayor of Nova Scotia
She opened her own theatre
She won a Nobel Prize
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