MAAP Mississippi Studies 3

Question 1

Who was the first African American to represent Mississippi in the U.S. Senate during Reconstruction?

Accepted Answer

Hiram Revels

Answer

Hiram Revels was elected in 1870 as the first African American U.S. Senator, filling the seat once held by Jefferson Davis.

Question 2

What is the state tree of Mississippi?

Accepted Answer

Magnolia tree

Answer

The Southern Magnolia is Mississippi's state tree, contributing to the state's nickname 'The Magnolia State.'

Question 3

The Freedom Riders of 1961 faced violence in Mississippi when they challenged segregation in:

Accepted Answer

Interstate buses and bus terminals

Answer

Freedom Riders rode interstate buses into the South to challenge non-enforcement of court rulings banning segregated bus facilities.

Question 4

Which Mississippi city is celebrated as the birthplace of Elvis Presley, the King of Rock and Roll?

Accepted Answer

Tupelo

Answer

Elvis Presley was born in Tupelo, Mississippi on January 8, 1935, and the city honors him with a birthplace museum.

Question 5

What is the primary geographical feature of the Gulf Coast region of Mississippi?

Accepted Answer

Sandy barrier islands and beaches

Answer

Mississippi's Gulf Coast features sandy beaches, barrier islands such as Ship Island, and the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico.

MAAP - Mississippi Academic Assessment Program Practice Test