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Ruby Bridges Goes to School: My True Story

By: Ruby Bridges
Reading Level: 470L
Maturity Level: 12 and under

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A long time ago, some people thought that black people and white people should not be friends.

In some places, black people were not allowed to live in the same neighborhoods as white people.

In some places, black people were not allowed to eat in the same restaurants as white people.

Comprehension Questions


1. What did some people think a long time ago?
A. That everyone should be friends.
B. That white people and black people should not be friends.
C. That no one should be friends


2. What was not allowed for black people a long time ago?
A. Eating in the same restaurants as white people.
B. Being friends with white people.
C. They were allowed to do anything.

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