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Protesting to Demand Rights

Question 5 • TX-US History Studies Since 1877 B-Runnels

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

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

Explanation

In 1963, Governor George Wallace physically blocked the University of Alabama’s registration doorway to oppose the enrollment of Black students and uphold segregation. His action was a public stand for segregation, not a protective effort on behalf of the students or teachers. The best choice is that he supported the complete segregation of public schools.

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