Why were schools closed in Little Rock, Arkansas, in 1958?

Question

Why were schools closed in Little Rock, Arkansas, in 1958?

A. because there were not enough students
B. because the National Guard shut them down
C. to clean them up
D. to avoid desegregation

Answer 1

D. to avoid desegregation.

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Answer 2

The simple answer to your question is "d".The Supreme Court had just issued a ruling negating the "separate but equal" doctrine that had been the guiding principle and ordered schools integrated. Rather than comply, LIttle Rock elected to close.

Answer 3

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Answer 4

B