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The Civil Rights Movement Begins

Question 4 • 11011de2 CONNECTED Fall 2026 NM-US History and Geography S2

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

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

Explanation

President Eisenhower sent federal troops to Little Rock to enforce school desegregation and protect the African American students from the angry white mob. The troops helped restore order and allowed the students to attend Central High School, so choice A is the best answer.

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