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In paragraph 1 you read that Arthur was an activist and a a___________________.
athlete
Where was Arthur Ashe born?
Richmond Virginia
In paragraph 3 you read that Arthur won national championships. The text mentions 2 countries where he won. What are they?
Australia and England
How did Arthur Ashe pave the way for African Americans to play tennis?
He became a winner and used his fame to talk about rights for kids and African American athletes
What is paragraph 4 mostly about?
Arthur Ashe is more than a tennis player. He started a program to help poor kids learn tennis.
In paragraph 6 it says that Arthur gave an important speech. What happened after that speech?
From that point on, he was known as an activist
Ashe used his success in tennis and status as a celebrity athlete to fight for what?
racial equality
Arthur did not use guns or fighting to speak out for equality. What are some ACTIONS he did do to show his concern?
He protested and marched in New York and Washington D. C.
