Remembering the History: The 16th Street Baptist Church Bombing

History - Social Studies

The 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama, was an important place for the Black community and for people fighting for civil rights. On September 15, 1963, a terrible event happened when a bomb exploded at the church. This bombing took the lives of four young girls who were getting ready for Sunday school. The church was a meeting place for civil rights leaders to plan marches and peaceful protests. The sadness and anger after the bombing helped people see the need for change. It helped lead to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, a law that made segregation illegal in the United States.

 

Fill in the Blank

Fill in the blank with the correct words:

  1. The 16th Street Baptist Church bombing took place on _____________.
  2. The church was located in the city of _____________, Alabama.
  3. The tragedy resulted in the loss of _____________ young girls who were getting ready for Sunday school.
  4. Civil rights leaders used the church as a _____________ to plan marches like the Children’s Crusade.
  5. This event was so powerful that it helped pass the _____________ of 1964, a law that made segregation illegal.

Word Bank: Headquarters | Civil Rights Act | September 15, 1963 | Four | Birmingham

 

Multiple Choice Questions

Choose the correct answer from the choices for each question:

  1. What city was the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing in?
    • a) Atlanta
    • b) Birmingham
    • c) Montgomery
    • d) Selma
  2. How many young girls lost their lives in the bombing?
    • a) Three
    • b) Five
    • c) Four
    • d) Two
  3. What important law was passed partly because of the church bombing?
    • a) Voting Rights Act
    • b) Civil Rights Act
    • c) Bill of Rights
    • d) Emancipation Proclamation
  4. What was the church used for during the civil rights movement?
    • a) A restaurant
    • b) A store
    • c) A headquarters for planning marches
    • d) A library
  5. On what date did the bombing occur?
    • a) July 4, 1776
    • b) January 1, 1960
    • c) September 15, 1963
    • d) October 31, 1963

 

Open-Ended Questions

Answer the following questions in complete sentences:

  1. Why do you think the 16th Street Baptist Church was important to the civil rights movement?
  2. How did the bombing change the way people thought about segregation and civil rights?
  3. What can we learn from remembering the story of the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing?

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Film

Part 1: Microphone Basics

Directions: Answer the questions below to the best of your ability.

  1. What is the main purpose of a microphone in video production?
  1. Match the microphone type to its correct description:
    a. Lavalier Mic          1. A handheld mic often used by singers and reporters
    b. Shotgun Mic           2. Small mic clipped to clothing for hands-free use
    c. Handheld Mic       3. Long, narrow mic used to pick up sound from a distance

a: ___ b: ___ c: ___

  1. Which microphone is best for interviews?
    A. Lavalier  B. Shotgun  C. Boom  D. Boundary

Part 2: Audio Connectors

Directions: Choose the best answer or fill in the blanks.

  1. Which of the following is a common professional audio connector?
    A. USB
    B. RCA
    C. XLR
    D. HDMI
  2. What is the difference between balanced and unbalanced audio cables?
  1. Draw a simple sketch of an XLR connector in the space below and label its pins:
    (Use stick figures or symbols if needed.)

Part 3: Picture Composition

Directions: Answer the questions below.

  1. What is the Rule of Thirds?
  1. Match the shot type to the correct description:
    a. Wide Shot (WS)       1. Frames the subject from the waist up
    b. Medium Shot (MS)     2. Shows the full body of the subject
    c. Close-Up (CU)        3. Focuses on the subject’s face or detail

a: ___ b: ___ c: ___

  1. Why is leading lines an important composition technique in video production?

Part 4: Camera Movements

Directions: Match each term to its correct definition.

  1. Pan        A. The camera moves side to side
  2. Tilt        B. The camera moves up or down
  3. Zoom      C. The camera lens moves closer or farther
  4. Dolly      D. The entire camera moves forward or backward

10: ___ 11: ___ 12: ___ 13: ___

  1. What is the difference between a pan and a dolly shot?

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