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What was the main problem in Sylvia's story?
She was not allowed to attend the nicer school with the white children.
What is one way Mr. Mendez worked toward solving this problem of segregation?
He asked people to sign a petition; He talked to many neighbors; He asked a lawyer to help them take it to court
What did Sylvia's mother have to do while her dad was out talking to many people?
She had to work hard on the farm.
Name one lie that the school superintendent said about the Mexican students.
They could not learn, they had lice, they were not clean....
One education specialist said it is important for children of all colors to work together and the judge agreed. True or False
True
In the book it showed places other than schools that were also segregated. Name one place you saw.
A swimming pool was segregated
How long did it take for Judge McCormick to make a decision to rule in favor of the Mendez family?
Almost a whole year
Describe the poor school that Sylvia and her brothers had to go to. ( the Hoover School)
poor, by a cow pasture, electric fence around it, no playground, bugs when they ate lunch
What was the name of the lawyer that helped the Mendez family?
Mr. Marcus
Sylvia's mother was a brave lady. What are some words she told Sylvia?
when you fight for justice, others will follow. Hold your head high.
Why is this story so important today?
We need to protect the right for all children to be treated equal.
