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Modeling with Rational Functions — Unit test

Question 955 • Crowley Credit Recovery Algebra II B

Which best describes the reaction in the South to Brown v. Board of Education?

Answer
A
The South complied with the Supreme Court’s deadline for integration, despite the resentment of many Southerners.
B
The South complied quickly, but school districts filed numerous lawsuits against the US government.
C
The South resisted integration for years by staging protests and fighting desegregation in court.
D
The South increased spending on African American schools to maintain its segregated school system.

Explanation

The Brown v. Board of Education decision ruled that segregated public schools were unconstitutional, but many Southern states and communities resisted putting it into practice. They used protests, delays, and legal challenges to fight desegregation for years. Therefore, the best choice is C, resistance through protests and court battles.

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