How Did Whites in Alabama React to the Freedom Riders

question 66

Multiple Choice

How did whites in Alabama react to the Freedom Riders passing through their state?

• A) They paid little attention because the riders were peaceful and made no trouble.
• B) They reacted violently, bombing the buses and beating the riders and bystanders.
• C) They generally supported the black students, as long as they were peaceful and quiet.
• D) They overwhelmingly supported the students with donations of food, clothes, and money.

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Definitions:

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