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The Civil Rights Movement Begins — Quiz

Question 20 • US History: Reconstruction to Present

Why did Eisenhower send federal troops to Central High School in Arkansas?

Answer
A
to remove the National Guard who had been sent by Governor Faubus
B
to prevent white students from attending and integrating the school
C
to assist local police who were struggling to contain an angry white mob
D
to block African American students from entering the school