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Protesting to Demand Rights — Quiz

Question 2 • US History

Why did Alabama Governor George Wallace block a doorway of the registrar's office at the University of Alabama?

Answer
A
He feared for the safety of the African American students.
B
He supported the complete segregation of public schools.
C
He worried that teachers would be hurt in the chaos.
D
He believed desegregation should happen slowly over time.

Explanation

George Wallace blocked the doorway to prevent African American students from enrolling at the University of Alabama. He was a staunch segregationist who opposed integrating public schools and universities, so choice B is correct. His action was not meant to protect the students; it was meant to stop desegregation.

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